Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to navigate the complexities of post-2025 technological, social, and economic shifts.
As a key architect of our future strategy, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities while mitigating existential risks. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape multi-billion-dollar decisions across AI, biotech, and quantum computing domains.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends to forecast 2026+ market disruptions and competitive landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for technological singularity and human-AI symbiosis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable R&D roadmaps
- Author executive briefings on emerging risks in quantum security and synthetic biology
- Partner with product teams to commercialize 2026-viable innovations
- Establish early-warning systems for geopolitical and regulatory shifts
- Mentor junior futurists in advanced trend synthesis methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or emerging technology analysis
- Proven track record of forecasting tech adoption curves with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published work on AI governance or exponential technology implications
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (Gartner, Forrester, custom models)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on long-term strategy
- Deep understanding of 2024-2026 technological convergence points