Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future landscape of 2026. We're seeking a pioneering Lead Futurist to decode emerging trends, design transformative strategies, and steer our organization toward unprecedented innovation. This role sits at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market evolution, requiring a strategic mind with a passion for what's next.
In this high-impact position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global think tanks to develop actionable frameworks that will define the next decade. Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape product roadmaps, investment decisions, and corporate foresight initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year strategic foresight frameworks for 2026 market landscapes
- Analyze emerging technologies, societal shifts, and geopolitical patterns to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead scenario planning workshops for executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Author thought leadership publications and keynote presentations at industry conferences
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Mentor a team of futurist researchers and analysts
- Integrate foresight findings into product development and corporate strategy
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven track record of developing and implementing long-term strategic plans
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and systems thinking
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Management, or related field
- Strong quantitative and qualitative research capabilities
- Exceptional communication skills with executive audiences
- Published work in futurism or innovation thought leadership
- Experience with AI/ML tools for predictive modeling preferred