Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of innovation as we prepare for the transformative year of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Strategist to architect long-term roadmaps that will redefine industries and shape tomorrow's landscape. This role blends cutting-edge technology with human-centric design to anticipate market shifts and create sustainable growth frameworks.
Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable ecosystems. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, Silicon Valley pioneers, and UN sustainability experts to develop actionable strategies that position our clients as industry leaders in the post-2025 era.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026+ strategic roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients in AI, biotech, and clean energy sectors
- Lead scenario planning workshops using predictive analytics and trend forecasting
- Design ethical frameworks for emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology)
- Present strategies to C-suite executives at Davos-level industry summits
- Manage $50M+ innovation budgets for future-focused initiatives
- Author thought leadership publications for MIT Technology Review and Nature Futures
- Mentor cross-functional teams of futurists, data scientists, and design thinkers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic consulting or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or equivalent
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on technology forecasting
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Palisade @Risk, Causal Mapping)
- Experience with quantum computing principles and AI governance frameworks
- Track record of implementing strategies with measurable 5-year ROI
- Fluency in Spanish, Mandarin, or Arabic for global stakeholder engagement
- Certification in Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) integration