Job Description
Join InnovateHorizon Labs as we architect the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to lead our strategic foresight initiatives and shape the technological landscape of tomorrow. This pivotal role requires a blend of deep technical expertise and visionary thinking to identify emerging trends, develop future scenarios, and guide our R&D roadmap toward breakthrough innovations.
As a key member of our innovation council, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research scientists, and product architects to transform futuristic concepts into actionable strategies. Our Austin-based headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for creativity, with state-of-the-art labs and a culture that celebrates bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain 5-year technology foresight frameworks for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and threats for 2026
- Produce quarterly trend reports synthesifying global research signals from 200+ sources
- Advise product teams on integrating emerging technologies into commercial roadmaps
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Represent company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- Minimum 8 years in technology strategy or R&D leadership roles
- Proven expertise in futures methodology (e.g., horizon scanning, Delphi studies)
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario modeling capabilities
- Track record of translating foresight into market-ready innovations
- Advanced degree in technology, engineering, or futures studies
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals