Job Description
Join the vanguard of tomorrow with Horizon Dynamics Inc. – where today's visionaries build the future. We're seeking a Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap, guiding breakthrough technologies that will redefine industries. This pivotal role merges strategic foresight with hands-on execution, requiring you to anticipate paradigm shifts and translate them into actionable business strategies.
At our Austin headquarters, you'll lead cross-functional teams in developing long-term scenarios, conducting horizon-scanning research, and implementing cutting-edge frameworks that position us at the forefront of technological evolution. We offer unparalleled resources, a culture of intellectual curiosity, and the autonomy to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 strategic foresight frameworks across AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology domains
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives on disruptive market shifts
- Conduct horizon-scanning research using proprietary AI-powered trend analysis tools
- Design innovation pipelines bridging emerging technologies with commercial applications
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and R&D labs
- Present futuristic insights to investors and board members through compelling visual narratives
- Mentor innovation teams in applying futures-thinking methodologies to product development
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, technology forecasting, or R&D leadership
- Published research on emerging technologies or scenario planning methodologies
- Expertise in AI, blockchain, and exponential technologies trend analysis
- Proven experience translating futuristic concepts into commercial roadmaps
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management
- Portfolio of implemented future-strategy projects with measurable impact