Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to shape our strategic roadmap for emerging technologies. This role requires a blend of technical acumen, market foresight, and leadership to position our company for the next decade of digital transformation. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to identify disruptive trends, develop adoption strategies, and drive innovation initiatives that will define 2026 and beyond.
We offer a dynamic environment where your ideas directly impact global tech adoption. Our culture thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and cutting-edge problem-solving. If you're passionate about creating tomorrow's solutions today, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Lead research and analysis of emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech, etc.) with 2026 adoption horizons
- Develop strategic roadmaps for technology integration across business units
- Present foresight findings to executive stakeholders and board members
- Identify partnership opportunities with startups and research institutions
- Build and lead a cross-functional innovation task force
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and regulatory impacts
- Create predictive models for market disruption scenarios
- Represent the company at industry conferences and thought leadership forums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D, or innovation leadership
- Proven track record of forecasting tech trends and driving adoption
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging technology domains
- Experience developing multi-year strategic roadmaps
- Exceptional communication skills for executive audiences
- Published thought leadership in tech futurism (white papers, patents, etc.)
- Global perspective on tech policy and ethical implications