Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role bridges technology, sociology, and business innovation, requiring deep analytical prowess and creative foresight. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to shape product roadmaps, anticipate market disruptions, and position our organization as an industry pioneer. Our Austin hub offers dynamic workspace, competitive benefits, and unparalleled opportunities to impact global futures.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and socio-economic trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic frameworks for long-term innovation pipelines aligned with 2030 vision
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate future scenarios into actionable business strategies
- Produce high-impact trend reports and scenario-planning models for executive decision-making
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks to pioneer future research
- Mentor junior futurists and build organizational foresight capabilities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Innovation, or related field
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or technology trend analysis
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend forecasting methodologies
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future concepts
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating published future trend analyses or strategy frameworks