Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we redefine tomorrow's landscape today. As a 2026 Strategic Futurist, you'll architect the blueprints for our post-2025 ecosystem. This pioneering role demands visionary thinking to anticipate technological, societal, and market shifts across global industries. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategies that position us as industry pioneers. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where innovation meets execution, with competitive compensation and unparalleled growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging trends and disruptors to map 2026+ market scenarios
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational vision with future realities
- Produce executive-ready scenario analyses and risk mitigation frameworks
- Partner with R&D to incubate next-gen solutions targeting 2026 launch windows
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting long-term strategy
- Establish KPIs for future-readiness across all business units
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or innovation leadership
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of executing multi-year strategic initiatives
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Exceptional data synthesis and executive communication skills
- Experience with horizon scanning and weak signal detection
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or equivalent preferred