Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of innovation! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and beyond. This pivotal role demands a forward-thinker who can decode emerging technological, societal, and economic trends to shape our product ecosystem. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform futuristic insights into actionable strategies that define tomorrow's market leaders.
At Horizon Dynamics, we thrive at the intersection of technology and human potential. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers an unparalleled environment where your expertise will directly influence breakthrough solutions. If you're passionate about sculpting the future and possess a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight, this is your defining moment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and synthesize global technological, economic, and societal trends to forecast 2026+ market disruptions
- Develop comprehensive future scenario frameworks and strategic roadmaps for product innovation
- Lead cross-functional workshops to embed futuristic insights into R&D and product development
- Quantify future market opportunities through data modeling and predictive analytics
- Present strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders with compelling visual narratives
- Establish thought leadership through industry publications and keynote presentations
- Monitor emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for strategic integration opportunities
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Forecasting, Strategic Foresight, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurism roles
- Proven expertise in trend analysis, scenario planning, and strategic roadmapping
- Exceptional data visualization and presentation skills with executive audience experience
- Deep understanding of emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Published thought leadership in futurism or strategic innovation domains
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, horizon scanning, causal layered analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful future-strategy implementations