Job Description
Shape the future at Horizon Dynamics, where innovation meets impact. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and pioneer next-gen solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Join our elite team of disruptors working at the intersection of AI, biotech, and sustainable infrastructure.
This pivotal role demands a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight. You'll lead scenario-planning workshops, develop predictive models for emerging tech adoption, and translate complex future-state visions into actionable business strategies. Our Austin headquarters offers a collaborative environment with cutting-edge R&D labs and unlimited professional growth opportunities.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute 2026 technology impact assessments for global enterprise clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to co-create future-state business models
- Develop predictive analytics frameworks for emerging tech adoption curves
- Produce high-stakes strategic briefings for C-suite executives
- Manage horizon scanning initiatives across AI, quantum computing, and climate tech
- Drive innovation sprints with venture capital partners and academic institutions
- Author thought leadership positioning Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 thought leader
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Experience with AI-driven forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology strategy (required)