Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Dynamics Group. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist 2026 Vision Lead to architect our strategic roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. This pivotal role demands a pioneer who can decode emerging technological, social, and economic trends to position our organization as an industry disruptor.
Join our elite innovation team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem where you'll collaborate with C-suite executives and industry pioneers to develop actionable foresight frameworks. Your expertise will directly influence our product development, market expansion, and long-term sustainability initiatives.
This is more than a job—it's your chance to architect tomorrow's reality. We offer competitive equity packages, cutting-edge resources, and unparalleled autonomy to transform visionary concepts into market-defining strategies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive 2026+ strategic foresight frameworks using horizon scanning, scenario planning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' to prototype and validate emerging technology applications (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AI governance)
- Author quarterly 'Vision Briefs' for the executive board detailing disruptive threats and opportunities in 3-5 year horizons
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions (MIT Media Lab, Singularity University) and innovation accelerators
- Architect the company's 'Future-Ready' talent development program upskilling 500+ employees by 2026
- Present foresight findings to investors and board members using immersive VR/AR visualization tools
- Monitor geopolitical shifts, regulatory changes, and technological discontinuities affecting our 2026 roadmap
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent with 10+ years applied experience
- Proven track record of developing and implementing multi-year strategic roadmaps with measurable outcomes
- Expertise in emerging technologies: quantum computing, AGI ethics, climate tech, and neuro-interfaces
- Published thought leader in futurism with speaking engagements at Davos, Web Summit, or equivalent forums
- Advanced proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, Cross-Impact Matrix, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Experience leading global teams across 3+ time zones in matrix organizations
- Portfolio demonstrating successful commercialization of future-focused initiatives (minimum $50M impact)
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, D3.js) and AI-powered trend analysis platforms