Job Description
Step into the future with Horizon Dynamics Inc. as our 2026 Strategic Futurist Lead. We're seeking a visionary architect to shape tomorrow's technology landscape today. Join our elite team in Austin, TX, where innovation meets impact. This role demands a blend of predictive analytics, cross-industry foresight, and executive-level strategic guidance to position our clients at the vanguard of emerging trends. You'll drive high-stakes initiatives that redefine industries through 2026 and beyond.
Our culture thrives on audacious thinking and collaborative disruption. We offer unparalleled resources, cutting-edge R&D partnerships, and a platform to influence global technological trajectories. If you're ready to architect the future, this is your moment.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 2026 technology roadmaps and scenario-based strategic plans
- Conduct horizon-scanning research to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Design and execute predictive modeling frameworks for market evolution and adoption curves
- Deliver executive-level strategic briefings to C-suite stakeholders and board members
- Establish innovation partnerships with quantum computing, AI, and biotech pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications that shape industry discourse through 2026
- Oversee implementation of future-proofing initiatives across enterprise operations
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or C-suite technology leadership
- Proven track record of developing multi-year technology roadmaps with measurable ROI
- Expertise in horizon scanning, scenario planning, and predictive analytics methodologies
- Deep understanding of emerging tech domains: quantum computing, AGI, neurotech, climate tech
- Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management capabilities
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or relevant technical field
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry white papers
- Certification in strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP, APF) preferred