Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Tech Strategist to shape our next-generation product roadmap and anticipate industry transformations. This role combines cutting-edge technical expertise with strategic foresight to position us as leaders in emerging tech domains.
As a key member of our R&D division, you'll collaborate with quantum computing specialists, AI architects, and bio-innovation teams to develop frameworks for 2026 technology adoption. Your insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar product portfolios while mentoring cross-functional teams on future-proof methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps forecasting 2026 market disruptions
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, AR/VR, neural interfaces) for strategic alignment
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for Board-level stakeholders
- Author whitepapers on future-of-work implications for C-suite executives
- Partner with venture capital teams to identify 2026-relevant startups
- Design AI-powered trend-prediction models using real-time data streams
- Mentor junior futurists in horizon scanning methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in foresight/planning
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futuristics
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech (IEEE, ACM, or HBR)
- Proficiency in trend analysis tools (Gartner, Forrester, TrendWatching)
- Experience with quantum computing or neuromorphic architectures
- Track record influencing C-suite decisions through data-driven narratives
- PhD or equivalent research in predictive technology modeling preferred