Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as our 2026 Futures Strategist at Horizon Innovations Group. We're seeking a visionary thinker to architect sustainable pathways for post-2025 technological and societal evolution. Join our elite team of futurists, data scientists, and industry disruptors in pioneering solutions that redefine human progress.
This hybrid role offers unparalleled influence in designing frameworks for autonomous systems, climate resilience, and ethical AI governance. You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to incubate breakthrough initiatives while maintaining work-life balance in Austin's vibrant innovation ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Develop multi-year strategic roadmaps for 2026-2030 technological adoption patterns
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for emerging disruptive technologies
- Analyze global trend data to identify high-impact opportunity vectors
- Design ethical governance frameworks for next-gen autonomous systems
- Partner with C-suite executives to align innovation portfolios with future markets
- Produce foresight reports influencing $2B+ R&D investment decisions
- Mentor cross-functional teams in adaptive strategy methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or technology innovation consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record influencing C-level strategy decisions
- Certification in Foresight or Strategic Planning preferred
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical storytelling
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ future-strategy implementations