Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations in Austin as we pioneer the technological frontier of 2026. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Tech Strategist to architect the next wave of digital transformation that will redefine global industries. This role sits at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech innovation.
As a key member of our elite Future Labs division, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and industry disruptors to develop roadmaps that will shape how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade. We offer unparalleled resources for groundbreaking research and a culture that celebrates intellectual curiosity.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 technology roadmaps integrating quantum AI and decentralized systems
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams developing predictive models for societal tech adoption
- Conduct horizon-scanning research on emerging technologies with global impact potential
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen autonomous systems and neural interfaces
- Present strategic vision to C-suite executives and government innovation councils
- Develop patent portfolios for breakthrough 2026-era computing methodologies
- Mentor junior futurists in systems thinking and long-term scenario planning
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or Futuristics (or equivalent experience)
- 8+ years in strategic tech planning with Fortune 500 or Silicon Valley innovators
- Published research in AI ethics, quantum computing, or sustainable tech
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation frameworks
- Experience advising governmental tech policy bodies
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex concepts into actionable strategies
- Portfolio of successful tech innovation initiatives with measurable global impact