Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of shaping tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of technological and societal transformation. This role demands a blend of predictive analytics, cross-industry foresight, and actionable innovation planning. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop roadmaps for emerging technologies, market disruptions, and human-centric design paradigms.
As a key architect of our 2026 vision, you'll leverage cutting-edge data modeling, scenario planning, and stakeholder engagement to navigate exponential change. This is your chance to influence how industries evolve in the coming years while working in Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 industry foresight reports with actionable recommendations
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify exponential technology opportunities
- Design scenario-planning models for climate, AI, and biotech convergence
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Present strategic briefings to Fortune 500 clients and investors
- Curate a global network of futurists and domain experts
- Quantify market readiness for 2026 technology adoption curves
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or tech R&D
- Portfolio demonstrating published future scenarios or trend analysis
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., GIGA, Scenarios+) and data visualization
- Experience advising C-suite on long-term market disruption
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Research preferred