Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a 2026 Futurist Strategist and lead the charge into tomorrow's technological landscape. We're seeking visionary thinkers to decode emerging trends and architect strategies that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive opportunities, forecast industry shifts, and shape our innovation roadmap. This role offers unparalleled exposure to cutting-edge AI, quantum computing, and biotech developments while influencing decisions that impact millions of users globally.
At NextGen, we foster a culture of intellectual curiosity and rapid experimentation. Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art labs and flexible workspaces designed to spark breakthrough thinking. You'll receive competitive benefits including equity, unlimited learning stipends, and quarterly innovation retreats worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, Web3) to forecast industry impacts through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks for product innovation and market expansion
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into actionable business plans
- Author thought leadership publications and present at global innovation forums
- Partner with R&D teams to validate future-viability of experimental technologies
- Build and maintain a network of futurists, academics, and industry disruptors
- Advise executive leadership on long-term risk mitigation and opportunity capture
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futurism, Technology Strategy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Portfolio demonstrating published trend forecasts or tech impact analyses
- Expertise in scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal implications
- Experience translating complex technical concepts into business strategy
- Strong data visualization and storytelling capabilities
- Collaborative mindset with executive-level communication skills