Job Description
Shape tomorrow's reality today as our AI Futurist Strategist at Horizon Labs. We're seeking visionary minds to architect 2026's technological landscape, merging quantum computing, sustainable AI, and human-centric design. Join a team redefining innovation at the intersection of ethics and exponential growth.
Your Impact: Lead cross-disciplinary initiatives to prototype next-gen AI systems, collaborate with Fortune 500 partners on 5-year roadmaps, and publish groundbreaking research in Nature Technology. Enjoy unparalleled autonomy in our Austin innovation hub with cutting-edge resources and flexible work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement AI frameworks for 2026+ predictive modeling and autonomous decision systems
- Lead quantum-AI hybrid system development with 50+ teraflop computing resources
- Partner with sustainability teams to develop carbon-negative AI training protocols
- Present quarterly technology forecasts to C-suite executives and industry consortiums
- Mentor cross-functional teams on emerging AI ethics and governance frameworks
- Author white papers on neural-symbolic integration for human-AI collaboration
- Drive patent development for proprietary 2026-era AI infrastructure components
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 5+ years AI research experience
- Proven expertise in quantum computing algorithms and neuromorphic systems
- Publication record in top-tier journals (NeurIPS, Science, Nature) on AI ethics or future tech
- Experience developing AI roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies or government agencies
- Deep knowledge of ISO 42001 AI governance frameworks and regulatory compliance
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages (Q# or Qiskit)
- Exceptional strategic communication skills for executive stakeholder engagement