Job Description
Join Horizon Dynamics as we pioneer the next frontier of technological advancement. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for emerging technologies, driving transformative solutions that will define the next decade. This role combines cutting-edge foresight with practical execution, requiring a blend of analytical rigor and creative brilliance. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify disruptive opportunities, validate market viability, and scale breakthrough innovations across global markets.
Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly shape the future of industries from AI to biotechnology. We provide competitive equity packages, unlimited learning stipends, and flexible work arrangements designed to fuel peak performance. If you're passionate about turning futuristic concepts into reality, this is your moment to make history.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 technology roadmaps aligned with market trends and organizational goals
- Lead cross-functional innovation sprints to prototype and validate emerging solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies with 5-7 year commercial potential
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite executives and external stakeholders
- Manage innovation portfolios from ideation to market launch with measurable ROI
- Build and lead a team of futurists and technical specialists
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or technology consulting
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products or services
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, synthetic biology, AGI)
- Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Exceptional data analysis and scenario planning capabilities
- Experience scaling innovation programs in global enterprises
- Strong presentation skills with executive-level communication expertise