Job Description
Shape the future as Horizon Dynamics' first-ever Senior Futurist Strategist. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect our 2026 roadmap by identifying emerging trends, disruptive technologies, and paradigm shifts that will redefine our industry. Join our elite innovation team in Austin to build the future today.
This pivotal role combines strategic foresight with hands-on implementation, requiring you to translate future scenarios into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and present to global stakeholders while maintaining our competitive edge in exponential technologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies and market shifts affecting 2026+ landscape
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, quantum computing, and climate innovations
- Facilitate executive workshops on future scenarios and disruption preparedness
- Author white papers and thought leadership on long-term technology impacts
- Oversee innovation pipeline with 18-36 month development horizons
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions targeting 2026 market readiness
- Represent company at global futurism forums and technology summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting, futures research, or corporate innovation leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting technology trends with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex future scenarios
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio of published futurism work or implemented strategic foresight projects
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., from foresight academy)