Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we shape the future of tomorrow. We seek a Senior Futurist to lead our 2026 strategic initiatives, driving innovation at the intersection of emerging technologies, societal trends, and market disruption. This role requires a forward-thinking leader who can translate complex data into actionable strategies for our Fortune 500 clients.
As the architect of 2026's digital landscape, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to navigate AI-driven transformations, sustainability imperatives, and next-gen workforce paradigms. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence trillion-dollar industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps for enterprise clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing sectors
- Lead scenario-planning workshops to identify disruptive forces and market opportunities
- Produce annual 'State of 2026' trend reports with predictive analytics and strategic recommendations
- Manage cross-functional teams of data scientists, UX researchers, and industry specialists
- Present foresight findings to executive boards and investor forums
- Establish partnerships with MIT Media Lab, World Economic Forum, and academic institutions
- Drive innovation sprints focused on metaverse, quantum computing, and biotech integration
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or corporate innovation leadership
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals (Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan)
- Expertise in scenario planning methodologies and horizon scanning techniques
- Track record advising Fortune 100 companies on digital transformation
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech stack (GenAI, Web3, autonomous systems)
- Proven ability to translate complex concepts into executable business strategies
- Global network of industry disruptors and academic pioneers