Job Description
Shape the future with Horizon Dynamics' groundbreaking 2026 Futurist Strategist role. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect our next-generation roadmap at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation. This pivotal position demands forward-thinking expertise to navigate emerging market paradigms and position our organization as an industry trailblazer.
Join our elite innovation team in Austin's thriving tech ecosystem, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. We offer unparalleled resources for research and development, plus a culture that celebrates bold thinking and calculated risk-taking. If you're ready to redefine what's possible, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Architect comprehensive 2026-2030 strategic vision integrating AI, quantum, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints with C-suite executives and R&D teams
- Develop patent-pending frameworks for emerging market disruption forecasting
- Present strategic blueprints to Fortune 500 board members and venture capital partners
- Establish KPIs for exponential growth metrics and paradigm-shifting innovation
- Mentor next-generation futurists through Horizon's Future Leaders program
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent strategic discipline
- 8+ years in C-suite strategic planning with exponential technology companies
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist journals
- Proven track record of disrupting $1B+ market segments
- Expertise in scenario planning for quantum/AI convergence
- Fluency in strategic modeling tools (e.g., System Dynamics, Monte Carlo)
- Exceptional presentation skills with TED-level speaking experience