Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Futurist to architect our roadmap for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role requires synthesizing emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptors into actionable strategies that will redefine industries. You'll lead cross-functional innovation initiatives, collaborate with C-suite executives, and shape our organization's trajectory in an era of unprecedented transformation.
Why join us? At Horizon Dynamics, we're not just predicting the future – we're creating it. Our Austin headquarters is a hub for quantum computing research, AI ethics labs, and sustainable tech incubators. We offer unparalleled autonomy, cutting-edge resources, and a culture that rewards bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks analyzing tech convergence, geopolitical shifts, and consumer behavior patterns
- Lead innovation sprints with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions in quantum computing, neural interfaces, and climate resilience
- Present future scenarios to executive stakeholders and boards with data-driven risk/reward assessments
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to forecast industry disruption vectors
- Design organizational agility frameworks to prepare for exponential change scenarios
- Mentor cross-functional teams in futures thinking methodologies and strategic foresight tools
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Proven track record developing multi-year strategic roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI, biotech, or climate tech
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or MBA with innovation focus
- Exceptional data synthesis skills with ability to translate complex scenarios into executive narratives
- Published thought leadership in future trends or industry disruption analysis
- Experience with scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Horizon Scanning)