Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Innovations Group as we shape the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Technology Futurist to lead strategic innovation initiatives, identify emerging tech trends, and develop actionable roadmaps for next-generation solutions. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, strategic foresight, and creative problem-solving to position our company at the forefront of industry transformation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and market trends to forecast 2026 industry disruptions
- Develop comprehensive innovation roadmaps aligned with long-term business objectives
- Collaborate with R&D, product, and engineering teams to prototype futuristic solutions
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and board members
- Build partnerships with startups, research institutions, and industry disruptors
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future scenarios and validate hypotheses
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and their potential impact on business strategy
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy, product innovation, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record developing 5+ year technology roadmaps
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR, etc.)
- Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights
- Exceptional communication skills for presenting to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Experience managing innovation budgets exceeding $5M
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Technology Foresight preferred