Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next generation of solutions that will redefine industries. This role sits at the intersection of cutting-edge innovation and practical business application, where your insights will shape product roadmaps, investment decisions, and market positioning for the coming decade.
Our Austin headquarters sits in the heart of America's tech corridor, offering unparalleled access to talent, capital, and innovation ecosystems. You'll collaborate with world-class engineers, designers, and executives to translate futuristic concepts into tangible value.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year technology roadmaps aligned with emerging market trends and consumer behavior shifts
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype and validate 2026-era solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for breakthrough technologies (quantum computing, neuro interfaces, synthetic biology)
- Present strategic foresight frameworks to C-suite executives and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs to accelerate future-readiness
- Author thought leadership publications on disruptive technology trajectories
- Mentor junior innovation specialists in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning or innovation leadership within tech sector
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their commercial applications
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into business impact
- Exceptional data storytelling and visualization capabilities
- Published author or keynote speaker on technology futures topics
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis frameworks
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major future-focused initiatives delivered