Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future beyond 2026. We're seeking a Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and shape next-generation business paradigms. This role sits at the intersection of technology forecasting, human-centric design, and sustainable innovation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategies that position our organization as a 2026 industry pioneer.
We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly influence product roadmaps and market positioning. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art innovation labs and flexible workspaces designed for breakthrough thinking. This is more than a job – it's your opportunity to define how the world works in 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026 landscapes
- Develop quantitative and qualitative future scenario models using AI-driven forecasting tools
- Design strategic roadmaps for product evolution aligned with long-term market projections
- Facilitate executive workshops translating foresight into actionable business priorities
- Establish cross-functional innovation frameworks for rapid prototyping of 2026 solutions
- Author thought leadership publications on future-proofing organizational resilience
- Maintain ecosystem partnerships with research institutions and emerging tech incubators
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or future-focused consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis using frameworks like Delphi or horizon scanning
- Mastery of scenario planning methodologies and quantitative modeling tools
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in ambiguous, fast-evolving environments
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published research or patents in emerging technology or sustainable futures
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) societal impacts