Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. As a key architect of our future roadmap, you'll blend cutting-edge technology foresight with human-centered design to redefine industries. Our Austin-based innovation lab offers unparalleled resources to disrupt conventional paradigms while maintaining ethical responsibility. This hybrid role demands both deep technical acumen and visionary thinking to shape our next-generation product ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Develop predictive models for emerging technology trends through 2030 horizon scanning
- Architect strategic innovation roadmaps for quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align executive teams on future-state scenarios
- Produce forward-looking whitepapers and trend reports for Fortune 500 partners
- Design prototype frameworks for next-gen human-machine interaction systems
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate future-vision into product development cycles
- Establish ethical guardrails for disruptive technology implementations
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy, innovation consulting, or futurism with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or relevant technical field
- Proven track record in technology forecasting and scenario planning methodologies
- Expertise in at least three emerging domains: quantum computing, neurotech, or climate tech
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed futurist or technology journals
- Proficiency in foresight frameworks (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Exceptional storytelling skills to translate complex futures into actionable strategies