Job Description
Join NextGen Solutions at the forefront of tomorrow's innovations as our 2026 Futurist Strategist. We're seeking visionary minds to architect the future landscape of technology and human interaction. This role blends cutting-edge research with strategic foresight to shape our product roadmap for the next decade. Collaborate with elite teams across AI, biotech, and quantum computing to develop actionable blueprints for 2026 and beyond. If you thrive at the intersection of imagination and execution, this is your chance to define tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging tech trends and societal shifts impacting 2026
- Develop strategic roadmaps for product innovation aligned with 5-10 year vision
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops with C-suite executives to align on future-state priorities
- Produce white papers and thought leadership on disruptive technologies
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype future-facing solutions
- Analyze geopolitical and market dynamics to anticipate industry disruptions
- Represent company at global tech summits and future-focused conferences
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation consulting, or futurist research
- Expertise in at least two emerging domains: AI ethics, quantum computing, or synthetic biology
- Proven track record of developing long-term technology roadmaps
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Policy, or related field
- Exceptional systems thinking and scenario modeling capabilities
- Published thought leadership in peer-reviewed journals or industry publications
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on technological transformation