Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect next-generation solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge foresight with actionable execution, working with Fortune 500 partners to prototype, validate, and scale breakthrough technologies. You'll operate in our Austin Innovation Lab, collaborating with quantum computing specialists, AI ethicists, and sustainable design pioneers.
We offer unparalleled autonomy, a $50K annual innovation budget, and equity in our moonshot ventures. Your work directly shapes our 2026 roadmap for climate-positive tech and human-centered AI.
Responsibilities
- Develop 3-year innovation roadmaps mapping emerging tech (quantum, AGI, bioengineering) to market opportunities
- Lead cross-functional 'Future Labs' prototyping sessions with C-suite stakeholders
- Conduct horizon-scanning research using patent analytics and academic partnerships
- Design ethical frameworks for 2026-level AI deployment and automation
- Present strategic briefings to investors and board members quarterly
- Mentor junior futurists using our proprietary 'FutureSight' methodology
Qualifications
- 7+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or emerging tech consulting
- Proven track record of scaling technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum computing, synthetic biology, etc.)
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFTE, WFS)
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis tools
- Strong presentation skills for executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 2020-2025 tech impact