Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a 2026 Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's today. We seek visionary leaders to decode emerging trends, design scalable solutions, and transform industries through cutting-edge innovation. This hybrid role demands strategic foresight, technical fluency, and an unwavering passion for shaping the future.
At NextGen, we empower our team with groundbreaking projects, unlimited learning resources, and a culture that thrives on curiosity and collaboration. Your work will directly influence how businesses navigate the 2026 landscape – from AI ethics to sustainable tech ecosystems.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify disruptive technologies and market shifts impacting 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for clients adopting future-ready infrastructure
- Conduct scenario planning for global megatrends (quantum computing, bio-integration)
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to embed innovation into organizational DNA
- Author thought leadership reports on emerging tech policy and societal impact
- Manage cross-functional R&D sprints for prototype validation
- Present foresight frameworks at industry summits and board retreats
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategy consulting or corporate innovation with Fortune 500 exposure
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Proven expertise in AI, IoT, or quantum computing applications
- Certification in Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFPS) or equivalent
- Published white papers on technological singularity or digital transformation
- Fluency in futures modeling tools (e.g., Delphi, Causal Layered Analysis)
- Portfolio demonstrating successful implementation of 5+ year strategic plans