Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, design transformative roadmaps, and shape the future of technology and society. This role blends foresight research with strategic execution to position our organization at the vanguard of innovation.
Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global thought leaders to develop actionable frameworks for 2026 and beyond. If you thrive at the nexus of technology, human behavior, and exponential change, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, neural interfaces, climate engineering) and their societal implications through 2026
- Develop strategic foresight frameworks and scenario planning models for executive decision-making
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype 2026-relevant solutions
- Present compelling future-state narratives to stakeholders and investors
- Design ethical governance frameworks for disruptive technologies
- Partner with product teams to integrate future insights into development roadmaps
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology R&D
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-focused projects with measurable impact
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their convergence
- Exceptional storytelling skills translating complex concepts into actionable insights
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi method)
- Published thought leadership on future trends or innovation strategy