Job Description
Shape tomorrow's landscape today as Horizon Dynamics seeks a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to lead our 2026 roadmap. This pioneering role demands a blend of foresight analysis, technological fluency, and business acumen to transform emerging trends into actionable strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to develop future-proof frameworks that position us at the forefront of innovation.
Join our Austin-based innovation hub where you'll influence high-stakes decisions across quantum computing, biotech convergence, and sustainable tech ecosystems. We offer unparalleled opportunities to work on projects that will redefine industries by 2026, backed by a culture of intellectual curiosity and entrepreneurial spirit.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and societal shifts impacting 2026-2030 markets
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for quantum AI integration and biotech convergence
- Design innovation frameworks for sustainable tech adoption across Fortune 500 partners
- Present future vision narratives to executive stakeholders and investor forums
- Manage cross-functional teams executing prototype initiatives for 2026 product launches
- Establish KPIs tracking innovation maturity and future-readiness metrics
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation management, or future-focused consulting
- Deep expertise in emerging tech: quantum computing, synthetic biology, or neurotech
- Proven track record developing 5+ year strategic roadmaps for tech-forward organizations
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or relevant technical field
- Exceptional storytelling skills translating complex futures into executive narratives
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFIP) preferred
- Experience scaling innovation labs in high-growth tech ecosystems