Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a 2026 Technology Futurist and architect the digital frontier. We seek a visionary strategist to decode emerging tech trends and shape our 5-year innovation roadmap. This hybrid role bridges quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems, requiring you to transform foresight into actionable business strategies.
Responsibilities
- Map technology adoption curves for 2026+ across industries (quantum, bio-AI, decentralized systems)
- Develop patent-pending innovation frameworks using predictive analytics and scenario modeling
- Lead cross-functional sprints with R&D, product, and policy teams to align on future tech priorities
- Present strategic roadmaps to C-suite and board with data-backed ROI projections
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and national labs for R&D collaboration
- Author thought leadership on tech ethics and responsible innovation for industry publications
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting tech deployment timelines
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy, futures research, or emerging tech development
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Futures Studies, or related field (PhD preferred)
- Published research on quantum computing or AI governance frameworks
- Proven experience translating complex tech concepts into executive-level narratives
- Deep understanding of Web3, neuromorphic computing, and climate-tech convergence
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5-year tech strategy implementations
- Certifications in Futures Forecasting or Strategic Foresight (e.g., AC/FS)
- Fluency in Python, R, or MATLAB for trend analysis modeling