Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our 2026+ roadmap and drive breakthrough solutions in emerging tech ecosystems. This role sits at the intersection of AI, biotechnology, and sustainable systems, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight.
You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and R&D teams to translate future scenarios into actionable strategies, while building cross-functional coalitions around next-generation innovations. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic culture where your ideas can reshape industries.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic frameworks for AI integration, climate tech, and neurointerfaces
- Lead scenario planning workshops for board-level decision-making
- Identify and assess emerging technologies with $100M+ market potential
- Design innovation pipelines for quantum computing applications
- Partner with product teams to embed future-readiness into roadmaps
- Establish thought leadership through white papers and industry keynotes
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic consulting, innovation management, or futurist research
- Advanced degree in Technology Foresight, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating trend analysis for Fortune 500 clients
- Expertise in exponential technologies (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into executable plans
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Futures Studies preferred
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies