Job Description
Join our pioneering team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we architect the future of innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and transform them into actionable business strategies. In this high-impact role, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to anticipate market shifts, drive R&D initiatives, and position our organization at the forefront of technological evolution.
Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where creativity meets cutting-edge technology. You'll lead workshops with Fortune 500 clients, publish industry-defining whitepapers, and mentor next-generation innovators. If you're passionate about shaping tomorrow's landscape today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Develop strategic roadmaps for 2026+ product innovation cycles
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership teams
- Author forward-looking market intelligence reports
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Represent company at global innovation summits and conferences
- Mentor cross-functional teams in foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight or corporate innovation roles
- Proven track record of translating trend analysis into business impact
- Expertise in horizon scanning and scenario planning frameworks
- Strong public speaking and executive presentation skills
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology journals
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)