Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation as we pioneer solutions for the 2026 landscape. We seek a visionary Strategic Futurist to decode emerging trends and architect transformative strategies. This role blends cutting-edge research with actionable business intelligence, perfecting the art of anticipating technological, social, and economic shifts.
Our Austin-based hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape product roadmaps and investment decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn foresight into competitive advantage in an era defined by exponential change.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends and technological disruptions to forecast 2026+ market opportunities
- Develop strategic frameworks for future-proofing organizational operations
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives
- Produce high-impact trend reports and predictive analytics dashboards
- Identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential for our industry
- Advise product development teams on future-proof feature integration
- Build and maintain a network of futurist thought leaders across sectors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record of translating foresight into business strategy
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, or related field
- Deep understanding of AI, biotech, and climate technology trajectories
- Exceptional communication skills for executive presentations
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation publications
- Experience with predictive modeling tools and data visualization