Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist Strategist to architect transformative pathways for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role merges predictive analytics, emerging technology foresight, and human-centric design to shape our client's future-proof strategies. You'll operate at the intersection of quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable infrastructure development.
Our Austin-based innovation lab offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly influence Fortune 500 organizations navigating exponential change. With competitive equity packages and flexible hybrid work arrangements, we empower our futurists to explore uncharted territories while maintaining work-life integration.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-2030 technology roadmaps using predictive modeling and horizon scanning
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives across aerospace and renewable energy sectors
- Author annual 'Future State' whitepapers published in MIT Technology Review
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints integrating blockchain and AI ethics frameworks
- Establish strategic partnerships with NASA, DARPA, and Singularity University
- Mentor junior futurists in exponential thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight or innovation consulting with Fortune 500 clients
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published research on quantum computing applications or climate tech disruption
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Experience with government innovation grant programs (SBIR/STTR)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year strategic implementations
- Certification in Systems Thinking or Scenario Planning