Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. As our 2026 Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead, you'll architect the roadmap for transformative technologies and market paradigms emerging in the 2026 horizon. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our organization as a global thought leader in next-generation solutions. Located in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem, you'll collaborate with visionary teams to decode emerging trends and translate them into scalable opportunities.
We seek a strategic thinker with a passion for future-casting to lead our innovation incubation initiatives. You'll spearhead horizon scanning, scenario planning, and strategic roadmapping while fostering a culture of experimental innovation. This is your chance to shape how industries evolve beyond 2026.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify emerging technologies and market shifts impacting 2026+ landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present strategic foresight insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Build and maintain partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Design and facilitate scenario-planning workshops for long-term strategic resilience
- Mentor a team of futurists and innovation specialists
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Innovation, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurism roles
- Proven expertise in emerging tech trends (quantum, AI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional scenario-planning and systems-thinking capabilities
- Strong presentation skills with executive-level communication experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation strategy
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management (e.g., CFSD)
- Experience building innovation ecosystems within tech-forward organizations