Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next technological revolution. Shape disruptive solutions that will define industries by 2026 while working with Fortune 500 clients in our state-of-the-art Austin innovation hub.
This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and creative disruption. You'll lead cross-functional teams to prototype future-facing technologies, from AI ethics frameworks to quantum computing applications. Our award-winning culture offers unparalleled autonomy to pioneer what's next.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 innovation roadmaps through trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead client workshops on emerging technologies and market disruption
- Prototype AI-driven solutions for sustainability and social impact
- Manage portfolio of 5+ experimental ventures with $1M+ budgets
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on future-tech research initiatives
- Present strategic frameworks at global innovation summits
- Mentor cross-disciplinary teams in design thinking and agile methodologies
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning with Fortune 500 or Big Tech
- Proven track record launching moonshot projects with measurable ROI
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management
- Published thought leadership on future trends (Harvard Business Review/MIT Sloan)
- Fluency in scenario planning and trend mapping methodologies