Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations Group as a 2026 Technology Futurist and architect the next generation of digital transformation. We seek a visionary strategist to identify and commercialize emerging technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. This role combines cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech ecosystems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to translate futuristic concepts into scalable solutions.
Why Horizon? We're a B-Corporation pioneering climate-positive tech with 15+ years in forward-thinking innovation. Our San Francisco hub offers unparalleled resources for prototyping and global deployment.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify breakthrough technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic roadmaps for integrating quantum-AI hybrids into enterprise ecosystems
- Forge partnerships with academic institutions and startups specializing in neuromorphic computing
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and decentralized networks
- Present future-tech insights to executive stakeholders and investor communities
- Oversee pilot programs for carbon-negative blockchain applications
- Mentor cross-functional teams in adaptive innovation methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futuristics (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in emerging technology strategy at Fortune 500 or scale-up tech firms
- Published research in quantum computing or AI ethics (IEEE/ACM journals)
- Expertise in regulatory compliance for autonomous systems (FDA/FAA equivalent)
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic technologies
- Deep understanding of sustainable tech lifecycle assessment
- Fluency in at least one programming language (Python/Java) and data visualization tools
- Security clearance eligibility for government-contract projects