Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Futurist & Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our 2026 roadmap. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge foresight with actionable strategy to transform technological possibilities into market-leading realities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate exponential technologies and position our organization as an industry pioneer.
Located in Austin's vibrant tech ecosystem, you'll lead cross-functional teams in identifying paradigm-shifting opportunities while mitigating future disruptions. Your insights will directly influence product roadmaps, investment decisions, and organizational evolution. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, sociology, and business strategy, this is your chance to shape the next decade of innovation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze exponential technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast market shifts and competitive landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for 2026+ market positioning and product roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-facing solutions
- Establish foresight methodologies and trend-monitoring systems across the organization
- Present strategic insights to executive leadership and board stakeholders
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and industry disruptors
- Drive cultural transformation to embed future-thinking into all business units
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercial strategy
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Experience with scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Portfolio of published future-focused research or thought leadership
- Strong background in agile methodologies and rapid prototyping