Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary Innovation Futurist to architect breakthrough strategies for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge technology foresight with market-shaping business acumen to transform how organizations prepare for exponential change.
In our Austin-based innovation hub, you'll lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions while maintaining rigorous ethical frameworks. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of emerging tech (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and human-centric design, driving sustainable competitive advantage in an era of unprecedented transformation.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing applications and neural interfaces
- Develop ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI collaboration
- Partner with Fortune 500 clients to embed future-readiness into their DNA
- Curate global thought leadership summits on exponential technology convergence
- Mentor cross-disciplinary teams in rapid prototyping and scenario planning
- Drive patent development for breakthrough human augmentation technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in emerging technology strategy with Fortune 500 exposure
- Proven track record in scaling AI/ML deployments at enterprise level
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Bioengineering, or Futurism
- Deep expertise in quantum computing algorithms and biotech convergence
- Published thought leadership in IEEE Nature or similar tier-1 journals
- Fluency in scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Experience with global regulatory landscapes for emerging technologies
- Certification in Ethical AI Governance (e.g., IEEE 7000 series)