Job Description
Join our elite team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. to architect the future! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to spearhead groundbreaking initiatives that will redefine industries. You'll work at the intersection of emerging technologies, market evolution, and human behavior to develop actionable roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This role offers unparalleled influence in shaping our company's trajectory and solving tomorrow's challenges today.
Our Austin hub fosters a culture of radical innovation, where your ideas will transform from concepts to market realities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D pioneers, and global partners to build sustainable competitive advantages in an ever-shifting landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategic 2026 innovation roadmaps using predictive analytics and trend forecasting
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for autonomous systems and quantum computing integration
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies with 3-5 year market impact
- Present future scenarios to executive leadership with data-driven investment recommendations
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and tech incubators to accelerate innovation
- Mentor junior futurists in foresight methodologies and strategic thinking frameworks
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Innovation, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Expertise in scenario planning, technology adoption curves, and disruption analysis
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services
- Proficiency in AI-driven forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio of published futurist research or thought leadership pieces