Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's technological landscape. As a 2026 Technology Futurist, you'll architect the blueprint for next-generation innovations that will redefine industries. We're seeking visionary strategists who can translate emerging trends into actionable roadmaps for our global clients. This role blends cutting-edge research with executive-level consulting to shape how businesses adapt to the technological revolution of 2026 and beyond.
Our Austin-based innovation lab offers an unparalleled environment where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, AI pioneers, and sustainability architects. If you thrive at the intersection of quantum computing, biotechnology, and ethical AI, this is your chance to influence the decade's most transformative technologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients across healthcare, energy, and manufacturing sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for AI governance and ethical automation frameworks
- Author white papers on quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized infrastructure
- Interface with DARPA and NASA innovation programs to align commercial space tech developments
- Mentor cross-functional teams in rapid prototyping of 6G and neural interface systems
- Secure $5M+ in R&D grants for sustainable tech incubation initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurist Studies
- 10+ years in technology strategy consulting with Fortune 100 clients
- Published research in Nature/Science journals on emerging technologies
- Expertise in regulatory frameworks for autonomous systems and synthetic biology
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation platforms
- Track record of launching 3+ industry-disrupting technologies
- Top-secret clearance or willingness to obtain