Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Technology Strategist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This pivotal role bridges emerging technologies with market disruption, shaping how industries evolve post-2025. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate paradigm shifts in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology while developing actionable 5-year strategic frameworks.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for research and prototyping, with access to our state-of-the-art Future Lab. This hybrid role combines deep technical foresight with business acumen, requiring candidates who thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and economics.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the 2026-2030 technology foresight framework using scenario planning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities
- Produce quarterly strategic briefings for executive leadership on emerging tech risks and opportunities
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs for early technology adoption
- Architect the company's quantum computing and AI integration strategy
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting technology deployment timelines
- Present strategic recommendations to the Board of Directors and investors
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Technology Policy, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Minimum 8 years in strategic technology planning or innovation consulting
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology, etc.)
- Published research or thought leadership on post-2025 technology trends
- Experience with scenario planning methodologies and horizon scanning techniques
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and trend analysis platforms
- Strong network within technology policy circles and venture capital ecosystem
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders