Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of human advancement. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging trends for 2026 and beyond, shaping our product roadmap and client strategies. This role blends deep technological foresight with strategic business acumen to transform tomorrow's possibilities into today's innovations.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation labs, and present insights at global forums. Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art prototyping facilities and a culture that rewards bold thinking. This is your chance to influence industries before they exist.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to forecast market shifts through 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients navigating post-2025 disruption
- Lead innovation sprints with engineering teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Author thought leadership pieces published in MIT Tech Review and similar outlets
- Design and facilitate corporate foresight workshops for executive audiences
- Partner with venture capital arm to identify breakthrough startups
- Present trend analyses at Davos-level industry summits
Qualifications
- 7+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published research on exponential technology adoption patterns
- Experience with scenario planning frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ products/services launched from foresight insights
- Track record advising C-suite on technology disruption