Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We seek a visionary Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer breakthrough technologies. This pivotal role demands a strategic thinker who can anticipate market disruptions, drive R&D initiatives, and translate futuristic concepts into scalable business solutions. Work alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art Austin innovation hub.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 innovation roadmap with 15+ strategic initiatives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI and quantum technologies
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging trends with $1B+ market potential
- Secure partnerships with MIT, Stanford, and NASA for collaborative R&D
- Present strategic vision to C-suite and Board of Directors quarterly
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with 90%+ ROI target
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation or futurist roles with Fortune 500 companies
- Proven track record launching products with $100M+ revenue impact
- PhD or Master's in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Published thought leader in Harvard Business Review or MIT Sloan
- Fluency in scenario planning and strategic foresight methodologies