Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the vanguard of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next technological revolution. This pivotal role demands a blend of predictive analytics, cross-industry foresight, and executive leadership to transform emerging paradigms into market-defining innovations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to preempt disruptors, shape R&D pipelines, and position our quantum computing division as the global benchmark for 2026's digital frontier.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources, including access to our proprietary AI forecasting engine and partnerships with MIT's Future Tech Lab. This is your chance to redefine industries while working alongside Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners in an environment that celebrates audacious thinking.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the company's 2026 innovation roadmap using predictive modeling and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify paradigm shifts in quantum computing, neurotech, and decentralized systems
- Present strategic briefings to the board and C-suite with data-backed scenarios for 2026 market landscapes
- Manage a $50M innovation portfolio, prioritizing ventures with exponential ROI potential
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and government agencies for emerging tech policy influence
- Author Horizon's annual 'State of 2026' industry forecast report
- Mentor a team of futurists and data scientists using proprietary foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent with 10+ years in strategic foresight
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (quantum/AI/blockchain)
- Expertise in scenario planning and cross-industry trend analysis methodologies
- Executive-level presentation skills with experience to Fortune 500 boards
- Published author in peer-reviewed futurist journals or major tech publications
- Certification in Horizon Scanning or equivalent foresight methodology
- Fluency in data visualization tools (Tableau, D3.js) and predictive analytics platforms