Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics at the forefront of strategic innovation as we shape the future landscape for 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to lead cross-functional teams in developing long-term strategic roadmaps that anticipate technological, economic, and societal shifts. This pivotal role requires exceptional analytical prowess and creative foresight to transform complex data into actionable business strategies.
Our Austin headquarters fosters a culture of radical collaboration and cutting-edge research. You'll work alongside industry pioneers in AI, sustainability, and human-computer interaction to design resilient frameworks for tomorrow's challenges. We offer competitive compensation, unlimited PTO, and a $15,000 annual innovation budget.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies and geopolitical trends to identify disruptive opportunities for 2026+
- Develop quantitative scenario models using proprietary forecasting algorithms and machine learning
- Lead executive workshops on strategic foresight and risk mitigation for global stakeholders
- Author white papers and thought leadership pieces on future-facing business models
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype next-generation solutions for anticipated market needs
- Mentor junior futurists while establishing departmental KPIs and innovation frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, futures research, or innovation leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Theory, or related quantitative field
- Proficiency in predictive analytics tools (Python, R, TensorFlow) and scenario modeling software
- Published research on technological singularity or climate adaptation strategies
- Experience advising C-suite on long-term risk/reward scenarios
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful 5-year strategic implementations
- Certification in Foresight Methodology (e.g., from Association of Professional Futurists)