Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Innovations Group as our 2026 Future Technology Strategist. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect the next wave of transformative technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite team of futurists, engineers, and innovators in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem. You'll drive R&D initiatives for quantum computing, AI ethics frameworks, and biotech convergence while collaborating with Fortune 500 partners. This is your chance to build the infrastructure of tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Lead strategic roadmapping for emerging technologies (quantum, AI, biotech) with 2026 market impact forecasts
- Architect cross-industry innovation ecosystems bridging tech, healthcare, and sustainability sectors
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis for disruptive technologies with 3-5 year adoption curves
- Develop ethical governance frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI collaboration
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate future-proofing strategies into corporate vision
- Manage $5M+ innovation portfolio with ROI-driven technology validation protocols
- Present future-state scenarios to investors, policymakers, and industry consortiums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, synthetic biology) with proven implementation track record
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Systems Engineering, or Futurism
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFMP) or Technology Innovation Management
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation and future readiness
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals or industry whitepapers on tech trends
- Demonstrated success in securing federal/state innovation grants for R&D initiatives