Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our next-generation technology roadmap and drive breakthrough initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable execution, requiring a unique blend of technical expertise and strategic vision. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional teams, and translate futuristic concepts into scalable solutions. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to incubate groundbreaking ideas in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and implementation, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps across AI, biotech, and sustainable energy sectors
- Lead scenario-planning initiatives to anticipate market disruptions and competitive shifts
- Design blueprints for autonomous systems and human-machine augmentation frameworks
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype next-gen solutions with 3-5 year deployment horizons
- Advise executive leadership on emerging tech risks and strategic pivots
- Coordinate global futurist think tanks to validate hypotheses and accelerate innovation
- Drive patent strategy for breakthrough technologies targeting 2026 commercialization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futurism, or advanced R&D leadership
- Proven track record architecting technology roadmaps with 5+ year horizons
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Published research or patents in future-focused domains preferred
- Experience leading cross-functional teams across global markets
- MBA or advanced degree in Technology, Strategy, or Futurist Studies
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (horizon scanning, Delphi techniques)
- Demonstrated ability to translate futuristic concepts into executable business plans