Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role demands an individual who can anticipate emerging trends, develop forward-looking strategies, and guide our organization through the technological landscape of tomorrow.
As a key member of our executive leadership team, you'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and innovation labs to shape our 5-year technology roadmap. You'll leverage data-driven foresight methodologies to identify paradigm-shifting opportunities and mitigate future disruptions. This is your chance to redefine what's possible in the digital age.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain a comprehensive technology foresight framework for 2026-2030
- Analyze emerging trends in AI, quantum computing, biotech, and decentralized systems
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align stakeholders on future technology adoption
- Author strategic whitepapers and scenario-planning documents for executive leadership
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
- Monitor geopolitical and socio-economic factors impacting technology evolution
- Present future technology roadmaps to C-suite and board members
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven expertise in trend analysis and future forecasting methodologies
- Advanced degree in Technology, Futures Studies, or related field
- Deep knowledge of emerging technologies and their societal implications
- Exceptional presentation skills with executive audiences
- Certification in foresight or strategic foresight (e.g., CFIP preferred)
- Experience building technology roadmaps for Fortune 500 companies
- Portfolio of published foresight work or scenario-planning projects