Job Description
Shape tomorrow's innovations today as Horizon Dynamics Inc. pioneers the frontier of 2026 technology landscapes. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite team where foresight meets execution, and turn theoretical possibilities into market-disrupting realities.
About Horizon Dynamics: A Silicon Valley-backed innovation lab headquartered in Austin's tech corridor, we combine quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotechnology to solve humanity's grand challenges. Our clients include Fortune 500 leaders and emerging unicorns preparing for 2026's technological inflection points.
The Opportunity: This role sits at the intersection of technology forecasting and strategic implementation. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives to develop 2026-ready frameworks, ensuring our partners stay ahead of exponential technological shifts.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 commercialization potential
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating quantum computing, synthetic biology, and AGI frameworks
- Design scenario-planning models for 2026 market disruptions across healthcare, energy, and manufacturing
- Partner with C-suite executives to embed future-proofing strategies into organizational DNA
- Author white papers and thought leadership on 2026 technology ethics and governance
- Manage a $2M innovation portfolio funding 2026-pivotal R&D projects
- Mentor a team of futurists and data scientists using cutting-edge forecasting tools
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Technology Forecasting, or equivalent experience with 10+ years in strategic foresight
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (include 2020-2025 accuracy metrics)
- Expertise in exponential technology trends: quantum, biotech, AGI, and climate tech
- Proficiency in futures research methodologies: Delphi, cross-impact analysis, and scenario modeling
- Experience consulting with Fortune 500 companies on 2026 strategic planning
- Published thought leadership in top-tier futurist or tech journals
- Strong command of data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI) and AI forecasting platforms