Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics to spearhead the 2026 Initiative – a groundbreaking project shaping the future of human-AI collaboration. We seek a forward-thinking Senior Futurist to architect next-generation solutions at the intersection of quantum computing, neural interfaces, and sustainable technology. This is your chance to redefine innovation while working with world-class researchers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco lab.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're not just building products; we're engineering paradigms. Our cross-disciplinary teams operate at the bleeding edge of technological possibility, backed by $2B in R&D funding. You'll influence emerging standards and pioneer solutions that impact billions.
Responsibilities
- Architect long-term technology roadmaps for the 2026 Initiative, aligning with global sustainability and ethical AI frameworks
- Lead interdisciplinary research teams exploring quantum neural networks and bio-integrated computing systems
- Develop patent-pending solutions for human-machine symbiosis in healthcare, climate modeling, and space exploration
- Collaborate with UN Technology Task Force and World Economic Forum on future-tech policy frameworks
- Present breakthrough innovations at global forums including CES, TED, and IEEE conferences
- Mentor PhD researchers and establish partnerships with MIT, Stanford, and ETH Zurich
Qualifications
- PhD in Quantum Computing, Cognitive Science, or Emerging Technology (or equivalent research portfolio)
- 10+ years in R&D leadership with 5+ years in future-tech forecasting
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals on AI ethics or quantum applications
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming frameworks (Qiskit/Cirq)
- Experience securing $10M+ in government or corporate innovation grants
- Deep understanding of ISO 42001 (AI Management) and IEEE 7000 standards
- Portfolio demonstrating at least 3 commercialized future-tech products