Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Innovations! We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 technology roadmap. Join our elite team in San Francisco and lead groundbreaking initiatives in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role combines strategic foresight with hands-on innovation to solve humanity's biggest challenges.
At Horizon Innovations, we thrive on disruptive thinking and bold execution. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, patent-pending innovators, and Fortune 500 partners to transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready solutions. Our culture rewards intellectual courage and rewards transformational impact.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 market forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI and quantum systems
- Identify emerging tech trends and assess commercial viability
- Secure $10M+ in R&D funding through grant applications and strategic partnerships
- Present strategic vision to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Drive sustainability initiatives in tech deployment and lifecycle management
- Mentor junior researchers and foster innovation culture
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Proven track record in scaling AI/quantum projects to commercial viability
- Expertise in futures forecasting methodologies (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)
- Deep understanding of ethical AI frameworks and sustainable tech principles
- Published research in top-tier journals or industry white papers
- Strong network with academic institutions and venture capital firms
- Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences