Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's solutions. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough technologies and market paradigms for the 2026 landscape. This role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to transform emerging trends into actionable business strategies.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term innovation roadmaps while leading cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer industry-defining projects in AI, sustainable tech, and human-machine integration.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-5 year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological and societal trends
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, biotech, AI ethics) for market disruption potential
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to identify future opportunities and threats
- Design and validate proof-of-concepts for breakthrough products/services
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and investors
- Mentor cross-functional teams in future-thinking methodologies
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and competitive landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, product development, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or Futures Studies
- Expertise in systems thinking and scenario-planning frameworks
- Deep knowledge of 2026 tech trends (AGI, climate tech, neuro interfaces)
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Certification in Futures Studies or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio published in industry journals or white papers