Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026! We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation digital ecosystem. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge implementation, ensuring we lead the market in emerging technologies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop 5-year technology roadmaps while building agile frameworks for rapid innovation. If you thrive at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech, this is your chance to shape tomorrow's reality today.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market readiness
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant systems
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (AI, biotech, AR/VR)
- Design scalable architectures for decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs)
- Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI deployment
- Drive innovation sprints with Silicon Valley and EU tech partners
- Present strategic briefings to board members and investors
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or R&D leadership
- Expertise in quantum computing, blockchain, or neuromorphic systems
- Published thought leadership on 2025+ technology trends
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., from World Future Society)
- Experience scaling tech startups to $100M+ valuation
- Deep understanding of EU AI Act and US emerging tech policies
- Track record of launching industry-first innovations