Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Futurist Strategist, where you'll architect the next wave of technological transformation. We're seeking visionary minds to decode emerging trends, build strategic roadmaps, and pioneer solutions that will define the next decade. This role sits at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation – perfect for those who thrive at the bleeding edge.
Why You'll Love Working Here: Our Austin campus features cutting-edge R&D labs, flexible hybrid work, and unparalleled opportunities to shape industries before they exist. We invest in your growth through annual innovation grants and exclusive access to global futurist conferences.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic foresight frameworks for quantum-AI convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping 2026-viable technologies
- Analyze emerging market signals to identify disruptive opportunities
- Design ethical governance protocols for next-gen autonomous systems
- Present future scenarios to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Collaborate with MIT's Future of Humanity Institute on research initiatives
- Build patent portfolios for breakthrough 2026 innovations
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic planning or emerging tech consulting
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario planning methodologies
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, AI, or Quantum Physics
- Published thought leadership on technological singularity topics
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation tools
- Experience with foresight frameworks like Delphi or Horizon Scanning
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-viable concept innovations
- Clearance for Tier 3 government research partnerships