Job Description
Join our visionary team at Horizon Dynamics Inc. as we prepare for the transformative year 2026. We seek a forward-thinking Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation roadmap and drive disruptive change in the tech landscape. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technological acumen, and leadership excellence to position us at the forefront of innovation.
In this position, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives to decode emerging trends, design scalable innovation frameworks, and lead cross-functional initiatives that will define our market presence in 2026 and beyond. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly shape the future of digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global tech trends and geopolitical shifts to forecast industry impacts by 2026
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps with 3-5 year implementation horizons
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions for emerging markets
- Partner with R&D to commercialize breakthrough technologies with 2026 launch targets
- Present strategic foresight insights to stakeholders and drive organizational alignment
- Monitor regulatory and ethical implications of emerging technologies
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of developing long-term (2025+) strategic frameworks
- Expertise in AI, quantum computing, or biotech convergence trends
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Innovation Management, or equivalent
- Experience leading global teams across multiple time zones
- Published thought leadership on future-tech impact
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Deep understanding of geopolitical risk analysis