Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as Horizon Dynamics seeks a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. Join our award-winning innovation team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem, where you'll leverage predictive analytics, scenario planning, and cross-industry foresight to position us at the forefront of technological evolution. This hybrid role offers unparalleled opportunities to influence C-suite decisions while collaborating with pioneers in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable infrastructure.
Responsibilities
- Analyze macroeconomic, technological, and sociocultural shifts to forecast industry disruptions through 2026
- Develop strategic scenarios and risk mitigation frameworks for emerging technologies
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Present trend briefings to executive stakeholders and investor boards
- Build proprietary predictive models using proprietary AI-powered foresight tools
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions
- Author thought leadership publications positioning Horizon Dynamics as a futurist authority
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, consulting, or innovation strategy roles
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Proficiency with AI-driven forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, biotech, AGI)
- Proven track record of influencing executive decision-making with future-focused insights
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Economics, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Exceptional storytelling abilities for complex technical concepts
- Published thought leadership in futurist or innovation publications preferred