Job Description
Join NextGen Dynamics at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to decode emerging trends and architect our next-generation roadmap. This role blends cutting-edge technology foresight with actionable business strategy, positioning our company as an industry pioneer. You'll work alongside C-suite executives to navigate the convergence of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation, ensuring we're not just prepared for 2026 but actively shaping it.
Our Austin-based headquarters offers a collaborative environment where creativity meets execution. We provide competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and opportunities to present at global tech conferences. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and implementation, this is your moment to define the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive 2026 technology roadmap through horizon scanning and trend analysis
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, biotech, and clean energy
- Produce strategic briefings for executive leadership on emerging market shifts
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-facing solutions with 3-5 year viability
- Establish KPI frameworks to track progress toward 2026 strategic milestones
- Represent the company at global futurist forums and innovation summits
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Expertise in trend analysis frameworks (e.g., STEEP, Delphi method)
- Proven track record of translating foresight into executable business strategies
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Futures Studies, or related field
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audience experience
- Published thought leadership in futurism or innovation journals