Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we redefine the future from our Austin headquarters. We seek a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for 2026 and beyond. You'll lead cross-functional teams in anticipating technological disruptions, market shifts, and human behavioral changes, transforming foresight into actionable business strategy. This role offers unparalleled influence in shaping our roadmap for the next generation of digital ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and societal trends to identify disruptive opportunities through 2026
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for product innovation and market expansion
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align futuristic initiatives with corporate objectives
- Lead cross-functional workshops to foster innovation culture and future-proofing
- Author thought leadership publications and present at industry conferences
- Quantify future market impacts through data-driven modeling and predictive analytics
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 8+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of translating future trends into commercial opportunities
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis
- Strong proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI forecasting
- Exceptional storytelling skills for communicating complex future scenarios
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFTR, APF) preferred