Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Tech Strategist to architect the digital landscape of tomorrow. In this pivotal role, you'll drive innovation by anticipating market shifts, emerging technologies, and societal trends to shape our product roadmap for 2026 and beyond. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform futuristic concepts into scalable solutions that redefine industries.
Our Austin-based headquarters offers a cutting-edge environment where your strategic vision will directly impact global tech adoption. You'll lead workshops, analyze future scenarios, and present insights to C-suite executives while mentoring junior strategists. If you thrive at the intersection of technology, foresight, and business transformation, this is your moment to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps by analyzing emerging trends, AI advancements, and market disruption patterns
- Lead scenario planning workshops with engineering, product, and executive teams to align on future capabilities
- Conduct competitive analysis and benchmarking against next-gen tech paradigms (quantum computing, neuromorphic systems)
- Present strategic insights to stakeholders through compelling visualizations and future-state simulations
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate futuristic concepts through rapid experimentation cycles
- Mentor a team of futurist analysts while establishing industry thought leadership through speaking engagements
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning, innovation management, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record developing multi-year tech roadmaps with measurable impact metrics
- Deep expertise in emerging technologies (AGI, Web3, spatial computing) and adoption curves
- Exceptional data storytelling skills with proficiency in scenario modeling tools
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Futures Studies, or MBA with tech specialization
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Technology Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating future-state technology strategy implementations