Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as we architect the future. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to lead our strategic technology roadmap for the next decade. This pivotal role demands an expert who can anticipate emerging trends, disrupt markets, and transform how humanity interacts with technology. You'll work directly with our C-suite to shape product development, drive innovation pipelines, and position us at the forefront of the 2026 technological landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of AI, biotech, and quantum computing. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers while enjoying unparalleled benefits including equity, flexible work, and a $10K annual innovation stipend. Ready to build tomorrow's reality today?
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype 2026-era solutions
- Identify and partner with emerging tech startups for strategic acquisitions
- Present future scenarios to C-suite and board of directors
- Secure $5M+ R&D budgets for experimental initiatives
- Author industry whitepapers on post-2025 technological shifts
- Mentor junior futurists in predictive analysis methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in emerging technology strategy or R&D leadership
- PhD in Computer Science, Physics, or Bioengineering preferred
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends with 85%+ accuracy
- Expertise in at least two of: AI ethics, quantum algorithms, or synthetic biology
- Published author in Nature/Science or equivalent tech journals
- Experience with federal tech policy advisory roles
- Fluency in future simulation tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle analysis)