Job Description
Join FutureHorizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the next generation of sustainable technologies. This hybrid role blends cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring a passion for emerging trends and the ability to translate futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies. Work alongside world-class engineers in our state-of-the-art Austin facility while collaborating with global partners across 12 time zones.
What you'll achieve: Lead cross-functional teams in developing 5-year roadmaps for climate-resilient infrastructure, pioneer AI-driven circular economy models, and drive commercialization of quantum-encrypted supply chain solutions. Your work will directly impact Fortune 500 clients navigating the 2026 technological inflection point.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmaps aligning with 2026 sustainability mandates
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized AI
- Develop commercialization strategies for carbon-negative manufacturing technologies
- Facilitate stakeholder workshops with Fortune 500 C-suite executives
- Manage $2M+ innovation portfolios with ROI-driven KPIs
- Present findings at global tech summits (CES, Web Summit)
- Mentor junior researchers in emerging tech ethics frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy/innovation with Fortune 500 or Big Tech
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proven expertise in climate-tech commercialization (carbon capture, smart grids)
- Deep understanding of quantum computing applications in logistics
- Certified in AI Ethics (IEEE or similar)
- Published thought leadership on 4IR implications
- Fluency in scenario planning methodologies (Monte Carlo, Delphi)
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ technologies scaled to market