Job Description
Join NextGen Dynamics at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist & Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform emerging possibilities into industry-defining solutions. This pivotal role bridges cutting-edge research with practical business strategy, shaping how organizations harness the next wave of AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence. You'll lead cross-functional teams in prototyping disruptive technologies while maintaining ethical frameworks that define tomorrow's digital landscape.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of science fiction and commercial reality, possessing the strategic foresight to identify paradigm shifts before they become mainstream. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup incubators, and Fortune 500 partners to build the innovation ecosystems of the future.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps focusing on AI ethics, quantum machine learning, and neurotech integration
- Lead moonshot projects with $10M+ budgets to prototype breakthrough technologies
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Develop governance frameworks for autonomous systems and quantum computing applications
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and board members
- Mentor a team of 15+ researchers and product strategists
- Secure $50M+ in innovation grants and venture capital
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or Futurism with 10+ years in R&D leadership
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum-AI convergence or neurotech
- Proven track record of scaling innovations from lab to market ($500M+ impact)
- Deep expertise in ethical AI frameworks and regulatory compliance (GDPR, CCPA)
- Experience with quantum computing platforms (IBM Q, Google Sycamore)
- Strategic advisory roles at top-tier tech firms or government innovation councils
- Fluency in future forecasting methodologies (Delphi, scenario planning)