Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 technology roadmap. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with actionable business strategy, positioning our clients as industry pioneers in the next wave of innovation.
Why join us? Work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley veterans in our Austin Innovation Hub. We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and a $50,000 annual research stipend to explore emerging paradigms. Our patented 'FutureLab' methodology has predicted 87% of major tech disruptions since 2018.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for 2026 technological convergence (AI, quantum, biotech)
- Design client-specific adoption roadmaps for next-gen technologies
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping 2026-ready solutions
- Publish quarterly trend briefings read by Fortune 500 C-suite executives
- Establish strategic partnerships with MIT Media Lab and NASA JPL
- Mentor junior futurists through our FutureProof Academy program
Qualifications
- PhD in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent experience
- 5+ years in strategic tech forecasting with Fortune 500 clients
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on exponential technologies
- Proficiency in Monte Carlo simulations and causal inference modeling
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology)
- Proven ability to translate complex futures into executive presentations
- Certification in Foresight Methodologies (e.g., CFS, APF)