Job Description
Shape the technological landscape of tomorrow as Horizon Dynamics Group's Senior Futurist & 2026 Tech Strategist. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our long-term innovation roadmap and identify disruptive technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role combines cutting-edge research with strategic implementation, ensuring our organization remains at the forefront of emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, and biotechnology.
Join our elite team of futurists and engineers in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem, where you'll influence multi-billion-dollar decisions and collaborate with Fortune 500 partners. We offer unparalleled opportunities to pioneer solutions for climate resilience, ethical AI governance, and human augmentation technologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning for breakthrough technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic frameworks for quantum-AI hybrid systems and neuro-interfaces
- Architect ethical governance models for autonomous decision-making systems
- Partner with C-suite executives to align R&D investments with 2026 market forecasts
- Present actionable foresight reports to global innovation councils
- Lead cross-functional teams prototyping next-gen human-machine interfaces
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions for 2026 tech incubation
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or Computational Science
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with 5+ years in forecasting
- Published research in Nature Futures or similar peer-reviewed futurism journals
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and synthetic biology convergence
- Track record of implementing 5+ year tech roadmaps with measurable ROI
- Deep understanding of geopolitical implications of emerging tech
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on innovation strategy