Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging technological paradigms and architect our next-gen business ecosystem. This role demands an insatiable curiosity about AI-driven transformations, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech revolutions. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer strategies that position us as industry pioneers in the rapidly evolving 2026 landscape.
Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will shape the future. We provide comprehensive benefits including equity participation, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated innovation time. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to redefine what's possible.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop and present strategic roadmaps for quantum computing integration and AI transformation
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions in our innovation lab
- Author thought leadership publications on emerging tech trends
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems deployment
- Coordinate cross-functional sprints to accelerate tech adoption cycles
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting tech innovation landscapes
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futurism, Systems Engineering, or Technology Strategy
- 7+ years in strategic planning with proven tech disruption impact
- Deep expertise in AI ethics, quantum computing, or sustainable tech
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published research in futurist or technology journals
- Experience leading cross-functional innovation initiatives
- Proficiency in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies