Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, architect transformative roadmaps, and position our organization as the industry leader for the next decade. This role blends cutting-edge research, strategic foresight, and cross-functional leadership to shape our 2026+ vision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global innovation hubs to turn futuristic concepts into actionable business strategies.
Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where creativity meets execution, with competitive benefits including equity participation, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated innovation labs. If you're passionate about anticipating the future and building pathways to it, this is your defining opportunity.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026+ technology and market foresight framework
- Lead scenario planning workshops to identify disruptive opportunities and threats
- Produce strategic white papers and executive briefings on emerging megatrends
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-focused insights into roadmaps
- Build and manage a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Quantify future market potential through predictive modeling and scenario analysis
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills for complex concepts
- Experience with horizon scanning and Delphi forecasting techniques
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-focused strategy implementations