Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a 2026 Technology Futurist and shape the future of tomorrow, today. We're seeking a visionary strategist to anticipate technological disruptions and build roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. This pivotal role combines deep technical acumen with forward-thinking innovation to position our company at the forefront of emerging trends.
Why NextGen? We're a pioneering tech incubator with a track record of incubating billion-dollar ideas. Our culture thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and calculated risk-taking. You'll work alongside Nobel laureates, serial entrepreneurs, and industry disruptors in our state-of-the-art innovation lab.
Your Impact As our lead futurist, you'll identify paradigm-shifting technologies before they enter the mainstream, guiding our R&D investments and product strategy for the next decade. This isn't just a job—it's your chance to write the playbook for the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and map their commercial applications through 2026
- Develop predictive models for market disruption and technology adoption curves
- Lead cross-functional 'Horizon Scanning' workshops with C-suite executives
- Author annual 'State of the Future' reports for industry stakeholders
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify breakthrough startups for acquisition
- Design and implement innovation frameworks for 10-year strategic planning
- Represent NextGen at global tech summits and future-focused conferences
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurism
- 8+ years in tech strategy, R&D leadership, or innovation consulting
- Proven track record of predicting market shifts (portfolio required)
- Expertise in scenario planning, technology forecasting, and trend analysis
- Published author in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex concepts
- Experience building innovation roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies