Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending emerging technologies with market foresight. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative intuition to shape our next-generation products and market positioning.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify disruptive opportunities and mitigate future risks. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence billion-dollar decisions and redefine industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Analyze technological, social, and economic trends to forecast 2026 market landscapes
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for quantum computing integration
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on 2026 innovation priorities
- Produce strategic whitepapers and executive briefings on future disruption vectors
- Partner with product teams to embed foresight into R&D roadmaps
- Monitor geopolitical shifts and regulatory impacts on emerging technologies
- Represent Horizon Dynamics at global futurist forums and industry summits
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate strategy
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy
- Experience with horizon scanning tools like Trend Hunter or Futurist.com
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies