Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the future of sustainable technology. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for tomorrow's challenges. This role combines cutting-edge research with practical implementation, driving our mission to reshape industries through AI-driven circular economies and quantum-integrated systems.
Our Austin hub operates at the intersection of research and real-world impact, offering unparalleled resources for transforming theoretical concepts into market-ready innovations. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup incubators, and Fortune 500 partners to create frameworks that will define the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for climate-positive manufacturing systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-secured supply chains
- Establish KPIs for AI-optimized resource allocation in smart cities
- Research emerging biotech innovations for carbon-negative materials
- Present strategic frameworks to C-suite and venture capital partners
- Coordinate with global innovation labs for scalable implementation
- Author annual 'Future Outlook' reports for industry stakeholders
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic innovation or futures research
- Advanced degree in Technology Foresight, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020+ technology impact predictions
- Expertise in circular economy and quantum computing integration
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature Futures journal
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Trendalyzer, Polymorphic)
- Experience securing $5M+ in innovation funding
- Certification in Sustainable Technology Architecture (STA)