Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and help shape tomorrow's innovations today. We're seeking a forward-thinking leader to develop long-term strategic frameworks that will define our company's trajectory through 2026 and beyond. This role sits at the intersection of technology forecasting, market analysis, and strategic planning, requiring both analytical rigor and creative vision.
As a key member of our executive strategy division, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify emerging trends, assess disruptive technologies, and translate future scenarios into actionable business strategies. Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic, innovation-driven environment with state-of-the-art facilities and a culture that celebrates bold thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic roadmaps incorporating AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology convergence
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership and board members
- Translate future trends into product development and market expansion strategies
- Build quantitative forecasting models using predictive analytics and machine learning
- Present strategic insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- Minimum 8 years in strategic planning or futurist roles at Fortune 500 companies
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AI, quantum, biotech) and their market implications
- Proven experience developing multi-year strategic roadmaps with measurable KPIs
- Exceptional data visualization and storytelling capabilities for executive audiences
- Strong network within technology innovation and academic research communities
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Assessment preferred