Job Description
Join Horizon Labs as a 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the digital frontier. We seek a visionary strategist who will map emerging technology trends, design forward-looking innovation frameworks, and lead cross-functional teams in developing solutions that define the next technological revolution. This role requires a blend of technical acumen, strategic foresight, and executive leadership to position our company at the vanguard of 2026's technological landscape.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and develop 5-year strategic roadmaps
- Lead innovation sprints to prototype 2026-viable technologies with R&D teams
- Present future technology scenarios to C-suite executives and board members
- Collaborate with venture capital partners to identify disruptive startups
- Design ethical frameworks for next-generation autonomous systems
- Develop patent strategies for breakthrough innovations
- Mentor technical teams in futuristic thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science/Engineering with 10+ years experience
- Proven track record in emerging technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum computing, or neurotech
- Published thought leadership on future technology trends
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on tech innovation
- Strong financial modeling for tech ROI projections
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts