Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Strategic Futurist and help architect the future of tomorrow. We're seeking a forward-thinking innovator to develop long-term strategic roadmaps that position our company at the forefront of emerging technologies and market trends. This role combines deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to anticipate and shape industry shifts through 2026 and beyond.
In this pivotal position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to translate future insights into actionable business strategies, driving innovation across our global operations. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic, tech-forward environment where your ideas will directly impact our trajectory in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks using scenario planning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive technologies and market opportunities
- Produce high-impact strategic reports for executive stakeholders
- Build and maintain a network of industry futurists and thought leaders
- Integrate future insights into product development and operational planning
- Monitor global innovation ecosystems and emerging competitive threats
- Quantify future market potential through advanced data modeling
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Business Strategy, Technology Forecasting, or related field
- 8+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or futurism
- Proven expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep knowledge of emerging tech (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Exceptional data synthesis and storytelling abilities
- Experience with strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Track record of implementing future-focused initiatives