Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap. This pivotal role merges predictive analytics with human-centered design to shape products and services for the post-2025 landscape. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate emerging trends into actionable strategies that redefine industries.
Our Austin-based innovation lab offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence Fortune 500 partners and emerging startups alike. We provide competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated R&D resources for groundbreaking projects.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market landscapes
- Develop scenario-based strategic frameworks for product development
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align teams on future-state vision
- Create predictive models for adoption trajectories of disruptive technologies
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate foresight into corporate strategy
- Produce whitepapers and thought leadership on future-facing methodologies
- Mentor junior strategists in foresight and trend analysis techniques
Qualifications
- 5+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism
- Expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and predictive modeling
- Proven track record of translating future insights into executable strategies
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Experience with emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive and stakeholder audiences
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred