Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role merges deep technological foresight with business strategy to shape our future product ecosystem. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate disruption, identify untapped opportunities, and drive innovation that redefines industries. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer next-generation technologies while fostering a culture of curiosity and bold experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends, technological disruptions, and socioeconomic shifts to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, biotech convergence)
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Partner with R&D to align long-term vision with commercialization pipelines
- Present foresight insights to executive stakeholders and investor forums
- Establish ethical frameworks for responsible innovation deployment
- Build and lead a specialized futurist research team
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic innovation, futures research, or emerging technology leadership
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies (AI/ML, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Executive communication skills with ability to articulate complex futures
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership in innovation or foresight publications