Job Description
Shape the decade ahead at Horizon Dynamics. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futures Strategist to architect tomorrow's technological landscape. Join our elite innovation team in Austin's thriving tech hub, where you'll translate emerging trends into actionable roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients. This role demands both analytical rigor and creative foresight as we prepare organizations for the seismic shifts of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology foresight frameworks and scenario-planning models
- Lead cross-functional workshops identifying disruptive innovations and market inflection points
- Produce annual 'Future State' reports with strategic recommendations for C-suite executives
- Analyze emerging tech convergence patterns (AI, quantum, bio-digital) and societal implications
- Build stakeholder consensus around long-term innovation portfolios and resource allocation
- Monitor global regulatory shifts and ethical frameworks impacting future technologies
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or technology planning
- Proven expertise in scenario modeling and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to diverse audiences
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Management, or related field
- Published thought leadership in innovation or technology strategy
- Experience advising C-suite executives on long-term transformation