Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group as we shape tomorrow's landscape today. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to lead our 2026 innovation roadmap and drive breakthrough technologies that will redefine industries. This is your chance to work at the intersection of emerging tech, market intelligence, and strategic foresight.
Our Austin-based hub is a melting pot of AI pioneers, quantum computing researchers, and sustainability experts. You'll collaborate with Fortune 500 partners to develop actionable frameworks for the next generation of human-machine collaboration, climate resilience solutions, and ethical AI governance.
Competitive compensation includes equity, unlimited PTO, and a $10K annual innovation budget. Help us build the future we all deserve.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams to develop and implement 2026 technology roadmaps
- Analyze emerging trends in quantum computing, biotech, and decentralized systems
- Design strategic frameworks for ethical AI adoption and human-AI symbiosis
- Present innovation forecasts to C-suite executives and industry boards
- Manage $2M+ R&D portfolio for breakthrough prototype development
- Build partnerships with MIT Media Lab, Singularity University, and NASA JPL
- Author quarterly 'Future State' reports for Fortune 100 clients
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D, or futurist consulting
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership in Nature Futures or MIT Technology Review
- Experience with quantum computing frameworks and generative AI ethics
- Portfolio of implemented future-tech initiatives (at least 3)
- Deep understanding of UN SDGs and ESG impact frameworks
- Proficiency in foresight methodologies (Delphi, Horizon Scanning)
- Security clearance preferred for DoD/NASA collaboration projects