Job Description
Join NextGen Dynamics as we redefine technological horizons for 2026. We seek a visionary Innovation Futurist to architect tomorrow's solutions today. This pivotal role bridges emerging technologies with market disruption, requiring bold thinkers who thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable innovation. Your strategic foresight will shape products that don't just predict the future but create it.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps for AI, biotech, and space exploration sectors
- Analyze emerging tech trends and translate insights into actionable business strategies
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align R&D with future market demands
- Identify and evaluate disruptive startups for acquisition/partnership opportunities
- Present futuristic scenarios to C-suite executives and venture capital partners
- Build and manage a network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership publications on 2026 tech convergence points
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurist Studies
- 7+ years in strategic tech innovation with Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Published research in AI ethics, quantum applications, or climate tech
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of 2026 regulatory landscapes for AI/biotech
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complexity to stakeholders