Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics as we architect the future! We're seeking a 2026 Strategic Futurist to lead cutting-edge initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role combines foresight analysis with actionable strategy, driving innovation at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop predictive models, identify emerging market disruptors, and build roadmaps for next-generation solutions.
Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources for R&D and a culture that thrives on audacious thinking. If you're passionate about shaping tomorrow's landscape today, we invite you to apply and become an architect of our collective future.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive frameworks for technological evolution through 2026
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify and prioritize emerging opportunities
- Author forward-looking whitepapers and strategic briefs for executive stakeholders
- Analyze global tech trends and competitive landscapes for disruptive potential
- Design scenario-planning models for market volatility and regulatory shifts
- Establish KPIs for innovation maturity and future-readiness
- Represent the company at global futurism and technology summits
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or emerging technology
- Proven track record of developing long-term vision roadmaps
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or sustainable tech ecosystems
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Experience with scenario planning tools and predictive analytics
- Published thought leadership in tech or business futurism