Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with strategic business acumen to position our clients as industry pioneers. You'll work in our state-of-the-art Austin hub, collaborating with global teams to decode emerging trends and develop future-ready frameworks.
Why Horizon Dynamics? We're a leader in next-generation consulting, empowering Fortune 500 companies to navigate exponential change. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, collaborative innovation, and boundary-pushing creativity. With comprehensive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and continuous learning opportunities, we invest in your growth as much as you invest in our collective future.
Responsibilities
- Architect multi-year innovation roadmaps aligned with 2026+ technological and societal shifts
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for disruptive potential
- Develop scenario-planning frameworks for C-suite executives across Fortune 500 clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops to transform future insights into actionable strategies
- Author thought leadership publications on industry evolution and disruption patterns
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, technologists, and academic pioneers
- Quantify market opportunities for emerging tech investments and strategic pivots
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or corporate R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in technology trend analysis and market disruption modeling
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published author or keynote speaker on future-of-work/technology topics
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Causal Layered Analysis, Delphi Method)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic foresight implementations