Job Description
Shape the future as our 2026 Futurist Technology Strategist at NextGen Innovations. We're seeking a visionary leader to architect the next wave of disruptive technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. Join our elite R&D division in Austin, where innovation meets execution, and lead initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech ecosystems.
This role demands a blend of technical acumen and strategic foresight to identify emerging trends, develop implementation roadmaps, and collaborate with C-suite executives to position our company at the forefront of technological evolution. You'll work in our state-of-the-art facility with unlimited resources to pioneer solutions for tomorrow's challenges.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps aligning with market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI and quantum computing solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies with 3-5 year adoption curves
- Present strategic insights to executive stakeholders and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Drive R&D investments in emerging fields like neuromorphic computing and synthetic biology
- Mentor junior futurists and build a forward-thinking innovation culture
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 experience
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism
- Proven track record of launching market-defining tech products
- Deep expertise in AI, quantum computing, and emerging tech frameworks
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS or Foresight Practitioner)
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed tech journals
- Experience scaling innovation labs from concept to commercialization