Job Description
Shape the technological horizon as NextGen Innovations' first AI Futurist Strategist. We're seeking a visionary to architect our 2026 roadmap at the intersection of quantum computing, synthetic biology, and decentralized AI. This pioneering role demands a blend of technical foresight and business acumen to transform emerging trends into market-defining innovations.
Join our Austin-based innovation lab where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors. We offer unparalleled resources, flexible work arrangements, and equity in a company valued at $2B+. Relocation assistance provided for exceptional candidates.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for enterprise clients across healthcare and fintech sectors
- Lead horizon scanning for breakthrough innovations in generative AI and neuro-symbolic computing
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making systems
- Present strategic futures to C-suite executives at Fortune 500 companies
- Author quarterly 'Tech Pulse' reports distributed to 50K+ industry leaders
- Mentor cross-functional teams on future-proofing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in strategic tech consulting or R&D leadership
- Published research in Nature/Science on AI ethics or quantum applications
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Delphi method, causal layered analysis)
- Deep knowledge of quantum machine learning and neuromorphic computing
- Experience advising Fortune 500 boards on digital transformation
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful tech commercialization projects