Job Description
We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist to lead our next-generation technology roadmap. In this pivotal role, you'll architect the future of digital innovation by anticipating tech paradigms, market shifts, and human-computer interactions that will define 2026 and beyond. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to transform foresight into actionable strategies, ensuring our organization remains at the vanguard of technological evolution.
Responsibilities
- Research and analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, neural interfaces) for 2026 market readiness
- Develop predictive models for tech adoption patterns and societal impacts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align organizational strategy with future tech capabilities
- Author whitepapers and thought leadership on next-gen digital transformation
- Build strategic partnerships with tech incubators and research institutions
- Advise product development teams on future-proof architecture and scalability
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts affecting tech innovation landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Deep expertise in exponential technologies and their commercial applications
- Proven track record of translating future trends into business strategies
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurology
- Exceptional data visualization and scenario planning capabilities
- Published thought leadership in tech or business futurism
- Experience with horizon scanning methodologies and trend analysis frameworks
- Certification in strategic foresight or futures studies preferred