Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight and innovation mastery as we prepare for the next paradigm shift in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
As a thought leader, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop 5-year roadmaps, identify emerging disruptors, and position our organization as the industry benchmark for 2026-readiness. Your insights will directly shape multi-billion-dollar investment decisions and product development pipelines.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies with transformative potential (quantum, AR/VR, bio-integrated systems)
- Lead cross-functional innovation workshops with R&D, product, and engineering teams
- Produce competitive intelligence reports on global tech trends and disruptors
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Mentor junior strategists in future-casting methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of anticipating market shifts (e.g., predicting AI adoption curves)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (quantum, blockchain, neuromorphic computing)
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning capabilities
- Credibility with C-suite executives in Fortune 500 environments
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism or innovation strategy