Job Description
Join Horizon Innovations as we architect the future of technology. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to lead our R&D division in developing breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries. This role demands strategic foresight, deep technical expertise, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable roadmaps. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype next-generation systems while ensuring alignment with our mission to create sustainable technological ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Lead research on emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, Web4.0) for 2026 implementation
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with market disruption predictions
- Manage prototype development for experimental systems in our innovation lab
- Present strategic forecasts to C-suite and external stakeholders
- Partner with academia and industry leaders to shape future standards
- Mentor junior researchers in future-focused methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field with 8+ years experience
- Proven track record in forecasting technology trends (demonstrated publications)
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology)
- Experience leading cross-continental R&D teams
- Strong background in ethical technology frameworks and governance
- Published thought leadership in IEEE Nature or equivalent journals