Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as we pioneer the frontiers of 2026 technology. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Strategist to shape our product roadmap and anticipate emerging tech disruptions. This role requires a blend of analytical rigor and creative foresight to position our company at the vanguard of innovation.
Why Join Us? Work with industry trailblazers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub. Enjoy competitive equity packages, flexible schedules, and dedicated innovation time to explore cutting-edge projects.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies relevant to 2026 market landscapes
- Develop strategic roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Collaborate with R&D teams to prototype future-proof solutions
- Present strategic foresight findings to C-suite and investors
- Anticipate regulatory and ethical implications of next-gen technologies
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Author thought leadership on industry evolution post-2025
Qualifications
- 5+ years in technology strategy, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, biotech, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Technology, Business, or related field
- Exceptional data analysis and scenario planning skills
- Experience presenting complex concepts to executive audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating futurist methodologies or published research
- Strong network within tech innovation ecosystems