Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we build solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to architect AI-driven strategies that redefine industries. This hybrid role demands a blend of technical expertise, foresight, and executive leadership to transform emerging technologies into scalable innovations.
Our culture thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and boundary-pushing innovation. You'll work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley veterans in a state-of-the-art lab overlooking the Bay. We offer equity, unlimited PTO, and a $20k annual innovation budget.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year AI/ML roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing predictive data models for autonomous systems
- Identify and commercialize emerging quantum computing applications
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Partner with R&D to prototype neural-human interface technologies
- Author industry thought leadership on ethical AI deployment
- Oversee $5M+ annual innovation budget for future-tech incubation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in AI/ML with 5+ years in strategic foresight roles
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Data Science, or Futurism
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum or neuromorphic computing
- Executive experience scaling AI products to >1M users
- Deep expertise in GPT-4, TensorFlow, and quantum programming
- Proven track record of securing >$50M in future-tech funding
- Proficiency in strategic scenario planning using Delphi methods
- Fluency in Mandarin and Spanish for global stakeholder engagement