Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we pioneer 2026's technological frontier. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect tomorrow's innovations. Join our elite team in Austin, where cutting-edge ideas meet execution. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, human behavior, and market disruption, this is your calling.
What you'll achieve:
You'll lead horizon-scanning initiatives, develop predictive frameworks for 2026's digital landscape, and partner with C-suite executives to future-proof our enterprise. This role requires both analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform possibilities into strategic advantages.
Responsibilities
- Conduct horizon scanning for 2026 tech trends (AI ethics, quantum adoption, biotech convergence)
- Develop predictive models for market disruption and competitive positioning
- Architect strategic roadmaps for emerging technology integration
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership and cross-functional teams
- Lead innovation sprints focused on 2026's human-machine interfaces
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions
- Monitor global policy shifts affecting technological adoption
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (e.g., Delphi, STEEP)
- Published research on emerging technology impacts (2018-2023)
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis)
- Experience with AI/ML model validation for prediction accuracy
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-proofing initiatives