Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next generation of human-technology symbiosis. This role blends predictive analytics, behavioral science, and emerging tech to shape products and services that will redefine industries by 2026.
You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in identifying paradigm shifts, developing future-proof roadmaps, and creating immersive foresight frameworks. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer solutions for climate resilience, neuro-interfaces, and sustainable urban ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 market disruptions using AI-driven scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable product roadmaps
- Design human-centered interfaces for emerging tech (AR/VR, quantum interfaces, biometric systems)
- Establish ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and neural augmentation
- Partner with C-suite to embed future intelligence into corporate strategy
- Author white papers on 2026 workforce transformation and digital sovereignty
- Manage $2M innovation portfolio for prototyping next-gen solutions
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or emerging tech R&D
- Expertise in behavioral economics and human-computer interaction
- Proven track record of scaling future-focused initiatives to commercial viability
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or Cognitive Science
- Proficiency in futures simulation tools (e.g., Simulink, AnyLogic)
- Published thought leadership on 2026 tech convergence trends
- Experience with neurotech, climate adaptation, or quantum computing ecosystems
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (CFP) or equivalent