Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends deep analytical prowess with creative foresight to shape our innovation roadmap.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify paradigm shifts, develop future-proof business models, and lead cross-functional initiatives in AI, biotech, and sustainable systems. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled access to tech pioneers and venture capital in America's fastest-growing innovation ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global megatrends (AI, climate tech, quantum computing) to forecast market disruptions through 2030
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for enterprise resilience and opportunity identification
- Lead strategic innovation sprints with R&D and product teams to prototype 2026-ready solutions
- Author thought leadership publications and present at industry conferences on future paradigms
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and think tanks for cutting-edge research integration
- Mentor internal 'futures literacy' programs across engineering and business units
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related strategic discipline
- 7+ years experience in innovation strategy at Fortune 500 or high-growth tech firms
- Proven track record of translating foresight into commercialized products/services
- Expertise in horizon scanning, trend analysis, and scenario modeling methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (blockchain, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio demonstrating published future-focused research or strategic frameworks