Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role blends technological foresight with business strategy to position our organization at the vanguard of industry transformation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape multi-year plans while navigating the complex interplay of AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure revolutions.
At Horizon Dynamics, we thrive on disrupting the status quo. Our Austin hub is a breeding ground for cross-disciplinary collaboration where futurists, engineers, and designers converge to build what's next. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to influence the technological landscape of the mid-2020s.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks for quantum computing integration and AI ethics
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align innovation roadmaps with business objectives
- Produce trend reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-generation solutions
- Represent Horizon Dynamics at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior strategists in futures research methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling abilities
- Certification in Futures Research or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Published thought leadership in technology or business journals
- Experience with Delphi method and trend impact analysis