Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Group as we architect the future of technology and human interaction. We're seeking a Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead groundbreaking initiatives shaping the 2026 digital landscape. This pivotal role blends foresight analysis with strategic execution, requiring a blend of creative vision and data-driven decision-making.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, research emerging tech paradigms, and develop actionable roadmaps for next-generation solutions. Our Austin hub offers an agile environment where your ideas directly impact industries from quantum computing to neuro-interfaces.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast 2026 market disruptions
- Develop strategic frameworks for future-proofing client portfolios
- Lead cross-functional workshops on scenario planning and innovation
- Produce high-impact foresight reports for executive stakeholders
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-concept solutions
- Represent company at global innovation summits and tech symposiums
- Mentor junior strategists in futures methodology and strategic thinking
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or Strategic Innovation
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of developing 3-5 year strategic roadmaps
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong proficiency with data visualization and forecasting tools
- Published thought leadership in futurism or tech innovation
- Exceptional communication skills for executive-level presentations
- Experience with agile development and rapid prototyping