Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc., a pioneering force in tomorrow's solutions, as we redefine industries through strategic foresight. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect 2026's next breakthrough innovations. This role merges predictive analytics, cultural trend analysis, and technological roadmapping to shape products that will dominate the market. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and lead cross-functional teams to transform speculative insights into actionable blueprints. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources for research, prototyping, and stakeholder engagement.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 market trends and technological disruptions
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for executive leadership and key stakeholders
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Produce strategic roadmaps for product development aligned with 2026 forecasts
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-concept solutions
- Present findings to investors and board members through compelling data narratives
- Mentor junior strategists in futurist methodologies and critical analysis
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and predictive modeling
- Deep knowledge of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Experience with scenario-planning frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, STEEP analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-strategy implementations
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)