Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we redefine the future! We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect breakthrough solutions for the 2026 landscape. This role blends cutting-edge technology foresight with human-centered design to transform industries. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing next-generation products while navigating exponential tech trends. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled innovation resources and a culture that thrives on bold thinking. If you're passionate about shaping tomorrow's reality today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ technology roadmaps using predictive analytics and scenario planning
- Lead workshops to identify emerging market opportunities and disruption vectors
- Design human-centric innovation frameworks for AI, quantum, and biotech convergence
- Collaborate with C-suite to align strategic initiatives with long-term vision
- Author thought leadership on future-of-work paradigms and societal impact
- Build startup partnerships for rapid prototyping and pilot programs
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic innovation or futures research with Fortune 500 experience
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, blockchain, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of launching market-defining products/services
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Exceptional storytelling and executive presentation skills
- Deep understanding of 2026 regulatory and ethical frameworks
- Portfolio of published future impact analyses