Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as a Future Tech Strategist (2026 Vision Lead) to architect the technological frontier of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary leader to navigate emerging paradigms in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This pivotal role shapes our innovation roadmap, ensuring our solutions anticipate and define 2026's digital landscape. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategy, driving competitive advantage in an era of exponential change.
Why Horizon? We're a Silicon Valley trailblack funded by $500M in Series C investments, pioneering breakthroughs in decentralized AI and carbon-neutral data centers. Our teams operate from a state-of-the-art campus with on-site biometric labs and neuro-VR collaboration spaces. Enjoy comprehensive benefits including unlimited sabbaticals, equity grants, and a $20K annual learning stipend.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps by analyzing quantum computing, neuromorphic chips, and climate AI trends
- Lead cross-functional 'Horizon Scanning' initiatives with R&D, product, and venture capital teams
- Author annual FutureTech Briefings for Fortune 500 partners and board members
- Manage $15M innovation fund allocation to 2026-focused startups and internal projects
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Present at global forums like Web Summit and CES to shape industry discourse
- Mentor junior 'Futurist Fellows' through our 2026 incubation program
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with demonstrable impact on 5+ year roadmaps
- Expertise in quantum computing, AGI safety protocols, or climate tech modeling
- Published thought leadership in MIT Tech Review, Wired, or equivalent
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futures Studies preferred
- Experience advising C-suite on exponential technology adoption curves
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Foresight Platform, Delphi AI)
- Portfolio of 2026-vision projects (patents, white papers, or launched products)