Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. as a 2026 Futurist & Innovation Strategist and architect the future of emerging technologies. We're seeking a visionary leader to forecast industry trends, develop cutting-edge roadmaps, and drive transformative initiatives that will redefine business landscapes by 2026. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on innovation leadership in our Austin headquarters.
As a key member of our Future Labs division, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities across AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. Your insights will directly shape our $2B innovation pipeline and position us as industry pioneers in the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and publish annual 2026 Technology Impact Reports analyzing disruptive trends across 15+ industries
- Design and lead innovation sprints for emerging technologies with 85% commercialization success rate
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready solutions into core offerings
- Present strategic foresight briefings to Fortune 500 clients and investors
- Build and mentor a cross-functional futurist network of 20+ specialists
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D budget for experimental initiatives
- Pioneer industry-first ethical AI frameworks for 2026 deployment
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or emerging tech leadership
- Published white papers or patents in quantum/AI/sustainability fields
- Proven track record of launching disruptive products with $100M+ revenue impact
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Advanced degree in Technology Forecasting, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Fluency in emerging tech ecosystems (Web3, neuromorphic computing, etc.)
- Experience securing government innovation grants ($1M+ scale)
- Certified in Strategic Foresight (e.g., WFS, APF)