Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to architect our next decade of innovation. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform future scenarios into actionable blueprints, ensuring our leadership in the rapidly evolving landscape of 2026 and beyond. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape the future of human-technology symbiosis.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026-2030 strategic foresight frameworks through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Produce high-impact scenario planning documents for board-level decision-making
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future technology adoption pathways
- Establish quantitative models predicting market evolution in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Author whitepapers positioning Horizon Dynamics as thought leader in next-gen innovation
- Monitor geopolitical and socioeconomic indicators affecting long-term strategy
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years experience in strategic planning at Fortune 500 or hypergrowth tech firms
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities for complex futures
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Experience with Delphi method and causal layered analysis frameworks