Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as a 2026 Technology Futurist and shape the future of innovation. We're seeking visionary strategists to anticipate technological paradigms emerging post-2025. This senior role requires foresight, analytical rigor, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies. Work with Fortune 500 clients to develop 2026 technology roadmaps while leading cutting-edge research in AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence.
Why NextGen? We're a preeminent innovation consultancy incubating breakthrough technologies at the intersection of humanity and machine intelligence. Our team of Nobel laureates and Turing Award winners operates from a state-of-the-art campus overlooking the Bay, with unparalleled resources for prototyping and experimentation.
Responsibilities
- Analyze global technology trends to forecast 2026 industry disruptions
- Develop scenario-based strategic roadmaps for enterprise clients
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions
- Publish thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals and industry forums
- Advose C-suite executives on emerging technology investments
- Manage $10M+ innovation budgets for pilot programs
- Collaborate with academic partners on NSF-funded research initiatives
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years in technology strategy or R&D leadership
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature, Science, etc.)
- Expertise in at least two of: quantum algorithms, neuromorphic computing, synthetic biology
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Active clearance for government-level security protocols
- Fluency in strategic foresight methodologies (e.g., Delphi, Horizon Scanning)