Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap. This pivotal role demands radical foresight to identify emerging technologies, market shifts, and societal transformations that will redefine industries within the next 3 years. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to embed future-proofing into our DNA, ensuring our innovation ecosystem thrives amid exponential change. Join our Austin-based team where cutting-edge thinking meets execution excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 Technology Impact Forecast with quantitative risk assessments
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Scenario' workshops for product development teams
- Establish early-warning systems for disruptive market forces and paradigm shifts
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions aligned with 2026 societal needs
- Present foresight findings to investors and board members with actionable recommendations
- Maintain proprietary '2026 Horizon Scan' database tracking 200+ emerging signals
- Advise government initiatives on tech policy implications for 2026 digital infrastructure
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (provide 3 validated case studies)
- Expertise in exponential technologies: quantum computing, neurotech, or climate AI
- Published thought leadership in top-tier futurist publications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent
- Proficiency in horizon scanning methodologies and scenario planning frameworks
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on 5-year technology roadmaps
- Deep understanding of 2026 UN SDGs and global sustainability targets