Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap, blending cutting-edge technology with human-centric design. This role requires a strategic thinker who thrives in ambiguity and can translate emerging trends into actionable business frameworks. You'll lead cross-functional teams to prototype next-generation solutions while maintaining ethical foresight in an AI-driven landscape. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled collaboration with industry pioneers and flexible hybrid work arrangements. If you're passionate about shaping the future rather than just predicting it, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop and operationalize 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Lead innovation sprints to prototype quantum computing applications and neuro-interfaces
- Architect ethical AI governance policies for autonomous systems deployment
- Partner with C-suite executives to align corporate strategy with emerging megatrends
- Present future-state roadmaps to global stakeholders through immersive VR symposiums
- Mentor junior futurists in systems thinking and trend synthesis methodologies
- Secure $2M+ annual R&D budget for experimental technology incubation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite strategy roles
- Published research on exponential technology adoption patterns (peer-reviewed journals)
- Expertise in quantum computing, synthetic biology, or neuromorphic architectures
- Proven track record of scaling ventures from concept to billion-dollar valuation
- Certification in Futures Studies (e.g., CFMP) or equivalent advanced degree
- Proficiency in Python, R, and simulation platforms (AnyLogic, NetLogo)
- Fluency in Mandarin or Arabic for emerging market engagement
- Portfolio of 3+ successful future-state implementations with measurable ROI