Job Description
Shape tomorrow, today. Horizon Dynamics is seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next generation of technological and societal transformation. Join our elite innovation team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem and lead initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026.
About the Role:
We're seeking a forward-thinking pioneer to map emerging technology trends, develop strategic roadmaps, and translate futuristic concepts into actionable business solutions. This role sits at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable innovation.
What We Offer:
- Equity package in a pre-IPO growth company
- Access to cutting-edge R&D labs
- Annual innovation retreats in global tech hubs
- Tuition reimbursement for future-certification programs
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology impact frameworks for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for quantum computing adoption
- Design ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Produce trend briefings on metaverse integration and neural interfaces
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on future-of-work research
- Present strategic foresight to C-suite executives at industry summits
- Build patent portfolios for breakthrough 2030-ready innovations
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent
- 7+ years in strategic innovation or futurist consulting
- Published research on singularity-adjacent technologies
- Deep expertise in exponential technology curves (AI, quantum, bio)
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into business strategy
- Experience with Delphi methodology and horizon scanning
- Portfolio of 2020-2025 trend predictions with 85%+ accuracy
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (CFP) preferred