Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group to architect the future through our groundbreaking 2026 Initiative. We're seeking a forward-thinking Senior Futurist Strategist to lead cross-disciplinary innovation in emerging technologies and societal trends. This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to shape products that will redefine industries by 2026.
Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic, collaborative environment where your insights will directly impact global strategy. You'll work alongside world-class researchers, engineers, and designers to develop actionable roadmaps for next-generation solutions. This is your chance to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible innovations.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026 market entry
- Lead scenario-planning workshops with C-suite executives to forecast industry evolution
- Develop strategic frameworks for product innovation aligned with 5-year vision
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Present findings to stakeholders through compelling data visualizations and narratives
- Build and maintain an ecosystem of futurist thought leaders across academia and industry
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic planning or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 clients
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercialized products
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario development methodologies
- Deep understanding of technological convergence and exponential change
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive-level experience
- Portfolio demonstrating published foresight work or implemented innovations