Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Group at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 strategic roadmap, blending cutting-edge research with market foresight. This role offers unparalleled influence in shaping how organizations navigate emerging technologies and societal shifts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives across Fortune 500 clients to develop actionable frameworks for the next paradigm of human-technology symbiosis.
Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your expertise in trend analysis and scenario planning will directly impact multi-billion dollar decisions. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible work arrangements, and dedicated innovation time to explore breakthrough concepts.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 strategic foresight frameworks for enterprise clients
- Lead cross-functional workshops on emerging tech implications (quantum computing, neuro interfaces, climate adaptation)
- Produce annual 'Horizon Scan' reports identifying disruptive market forces
- Design scenario-planning models for geopolitical and technological uncertainty
- Adv Fortune 500 C-suite on innovation portfolio allocation for 2026-2030
- Establish industry-wide thought leadership via white papers and keynotes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or futurism research
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Published thought leadership on technological singularity or societal transformation
- Expertise in horizon scanning, Delphi methodology, and trend impact analysis
- Portfolio demonstrating 5+ enterprise-level strategic roadmaps delivered
- Proficiency in AI-driven forecasting tools (e.g., Palisade @Risk, Trendalyzer)
- Experience advising boards on exponential technology adoption curves