Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of technological transformation. We seek visionary minds to anticipate emerging trends, design future-proof solutions, and lead cross-disciplinary initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic execution for Fortune 500 clients.
You'll collaborate with quantum computing researchers, neurotech pioneers, and climate scientists to develop 5-year roadmaps for autonomous systems, synthetic biology, and decentralized AI networks. Our Austin hub offers a state-of-the-art innovation lab with access to $50M+ in prototyping resources.
Responsibilities
- Forecast technological disruptions and market shifts through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Design scalable frameworks for metaverse integration and quantum-encrypted data ecosystems
- Lead workshops with C-suite executives to align organizational strategies with 2026 capabilities
- Develop patent-pending methodologies for ethical AI governance and human-machine augmentation
- Coordinate with NASA and MIT on space colonization and nanotechnology applications
- Produce whitepapers and TED-style talks disseminating future-vision insights
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or equivalent interdisciplinary experience
- 5+ years in strategic foresight at Fortune 100 or Big Tech (Google/Amazon/Meta)
- Published work in Nature Futures or IEEE Technology & Society Magazine
- Expertise in scenario planning using Monte Carlo simulations and causal AI
- Proficiency in quantum computing languages (Q# or Qiskit) and neuro-symbolic AI
- Track record of launching minimum viable futures (MVF) products
- Active membership in Association of Professional Futurists (APF)