Job Description
Join our elite innovation team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future of technology and society. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends, develop actionable roadmaps, and position our organization at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. This hybrid role demands strategic foresight, data-driven analysis, and cross-industry collaboration to transform 2026's potential into competitive advantage.
As a key architect of our 10-year vision, you'll interface with C-suite executives, lead high-stakes scenario planning, and incubate moonshot projects that redefine industries. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where creativity meets execution, backed by cutting-edge resources and a culture that celebrates audacious thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic frameworks using trend analysis, predictive modeling, and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Produce executive-ready foresight reports with quantifiable impact assessments
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate 2026-viable technologies
- Coordinate with global innovation networks to benchmark emerging paradigms
- Design organizational resilience strategies for 2026's geopolitical and technological uncertainties
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant STEM field
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite strategy
- Proven expertise in horizon scanning and trend extrapolation methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities for executive audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020+ trend predictions with documented impact