Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of 2026 innovation! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect tomorrow's breakthrough solutions. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution, transforming theoretical 2026 tech paradigms into market-ready products. You'll collaborate with quantum computing specialists, neuro-interfaces engineers, and climate-tech pioneers to shape human-centric innovations. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in emerging technologies will directly impact global sustainability and digital transformation.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll lead cross-functional teams through prototyping, ethics validation, and rapid iteration cycles. We provide competitive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and dedicated innovation sabbaticals. Help us build the future today!
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 technology roadmaps integrating quantum computing, AI ethics, and climate resilience frameworks
- Lead cross-disciplinary R&D teams in prototyping next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Validate innovations through ethics boards and sustainability impact assessments
- Develop strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government 2026 tech initiatives
- Mentor talent in emerging technologies and future-proof skill development
- Translate theoretical 2026 concepts into scalable MVPs with measurable ROI
- Present innovation frameworks to C-suite and board stakeholders
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech innovation leadership with demonstrated 2026 tech foresight
- Expertise in quantum computing, neuromorphic engineering, or climate-tech
- Published thought leadership on emerging technologies (IEEE, ACM, or equivalent)
- Proven track record of scaling innovations from concept to market
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurist Studies
- Certification in AI Ethics or Sustainable Technology
- Experience securing federal/state 2026 tech initiative grants
- Portfolio of deployed future-tech solutions with measurable impact