Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape as our 2026 Innovation Strategist at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our next-generation technology roadmap and drive transformative initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. In this pivotal role, you'll spearhead cross-functional teams to incubate breakthrough solutions, leveraging emerging technologies like quantum computing, advanced AI, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
Join our Austin-based innovation hub where you'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners, patent novel frameworks, and present strategic blueprints to C-suite executives. We offer unparalleled resources for R&D, competitive equity packages, and the autonomy to pioneer the future. If you're passionate about turning futuristic concepts into tangible market advantages, apply now to lead the next wave of technological evolution.
Responsibilities
- Architect multi-year innovation roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruption
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing patentable technology frameworks
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies for strategic adoption
- Present innovation strategies to executive stakeholders and investors
- Manage R&D budgets and vendor partnerships for pilot programs
- Foster internal culture of experimentation and rapid prototyping
- Analyze global tech trends to maintain competitive advantage
Qualifications
- 15+ years in innovation strategy, R&D leadership, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of launching market-disrupting products by 2025+
- Expertise in emerging tech: generative AI, quantum computing, or biotech
- Strategic planning certification (e.g., INSEAD, MIT Sloan)
- Experience scaling innovation labs with $50M+ budgets
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (Harvard Business Review, etc.)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business