Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge technological foresight with business strategy, transforming theoretical possibilities into market-ready solutions. Our Austin hub thrives on collaborative disruption, where your insights will directly shape product development and market positioning for the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Analyze horizon-scanning data to identify disruptive trends impacting 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop predictive frameworks for technology adoption and societal shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable roadmaps
- Author executive briefings on future-proofing strategies for C-suite stakeholders
- Partner with R&D to prototype solutions targeting 2026 market needs
- Establish early-warning systems for emerging competitive threats
- Mentor innovation teams in scenario planning and strategic adaptation
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent strategic discipline
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of trend analysis leading to market-disruptive outcomes
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech convergence)
- Exceptional storytelling skills for complex futures communication
- Certification in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., CSFI, APF)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ scenario-planning projects with measurable impact