Job Description
Shape tomorrow's business landscape today at Horizon Dynamics Inc. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap. Join our elite team of forecasters and technologists as we decode emerging trends, develop predictive frameworks, and design next-generation solutions that will redefine industries.
This role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge research, C-suite collaboration, and the opportunity to influence trillion-dollar markets. Our Austin-based innovation hub provides a dynamic environment where your strategic foresight will directly impact product development, investment decisions, and organizational transformation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain predictive models for 2026 market shifts across tech, climate, and social domains
- Produce executive-ready trend briefings and scenario-planning frameworks for leadership teams
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype future-proof solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry think tanks
- Quantify emerging risks and opportunities through data-driven foresight methodologies
- Present findings to investors and board members using immersive visualization tools
- Mentor junior strategists in horizon scanning and pattern recognition techniques
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field with 7+ years experience
- Proven track record of developing and implementing successful 5+ year strategic forecasts
- Expertise in systems thinking, scenario planning, and trend analysis frameworks
- Proficiency in AI-driven prediction tools and quantitative modeling software
- Exceptional storytelling abilities with experience presenting to executive audiences
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Published research or thought leadership in future-focused publications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS) preferred