Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026! We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight and cross-disciplinary expertise to transform emerging concepts into market-ready innovations. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to define our 5-year technology roadmap while ensuring ethical implementation of disruptive innovations.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 technology vision roadmap with measurable KPIs
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and biometric interfaces
- Partner with product teams to integrate future-ready technologies into core offerings
- Establish governance frameworks for responsible AI and autonomous systems
- Deliver quarterly futurist briefings to executive leadership and stakeholders
- Drive innovation through partnerships with academic institutions and tech labs
- Analyze global tech trends to maintain competitive advantage
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in futurism or innovation roles
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Published research in AI ethics, quantum computing, or neurotechnology
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough tech products
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Strong executive presence with board-level communication skills
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFTR) preferred