Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we shape the future of technology and human progress. We're seeking an innovative Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap, driving breakthrough solutions for tomorrow's challenges. This role demands a blend of visionary thinking, analytical rigor, and cross-industry foresight to transform emerging trends into actionable strategies.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research labs, and global thought leaders to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities. Our Austin-based hub offers cutting-edge resources and a culture that thrives on bold ideas. If you're passionate about defining what's next and thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business innovation, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead scenario planning and trend analysis for 2026+ technological and societal shifts
- Develop predictive models for emerging markets (AI, biotech, quantum computing)
- Design strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion
- Present foresight findings to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and research centers
- Monitor global disruptors and geopolitical impacts on future industries
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed futurist thinking across departments
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business impact
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and trend analysis
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech (AI, Web3, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional storytelling and data visualization skills
- Certification in Futures Thinking or relevant foresight methodology
- Portfolio demonstrating published future scenarios or strategic foresight work