Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a 2026 Tech Futurist and help shape tomorrow's digital landscape today. We're seeking visionary strategists to architect breakthrough solutions for emerging technologies that will redefine industries by 2026. This role combines cutting-edge research with practical implementation, requiring a blend of technical expertise and strategic foresight. Work alongside world-class innovators in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters and influence the trajectory of global tech evolution.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) to create 2026 innovation roadmaps
- Develop strategic frameworks for implementing future-proof digital infrastructure
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions
- Present tech forecasts to C-suite executives and key stakeholders
- Collaborate with R&D to validate 5-year technology adoption scenarios
- Author thought leadership reports on industry disruption vectors
- Identify and secure partnerships with emerging tech startups
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy or innovation management
- Proven track record in forecasting technology trends (2020-2025 validation required)
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR, etc.)
- Strong background in systems architecture and digital transformation
- Certification in futures studies or technology forecasting preferred
- Exceptional data modeling and scenario planning skills
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on tech strategy
- PhD or Master's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field