Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking visionary Technology Futurists to architect the future of digital transformation. This role blends cutting-edge AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech to solve tomorrow's challenges today. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt industry norms while shaping our 5-year innovation roadmap. Our Austin campus features state-of-the-art labs and unlimited R&D resources.
Why NextGen? We offer equity in breakthrough patents, flexible hybrid work, and exclusive access to our annual FutureTech Summit. Your ideas could revolutionize industries before 2026 ends.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement 2026-focused technology roadmaps spanning quantum computing, AI ethics, and climate-tech
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions with $2M+ annual innovation budget
- Forecast technological disruptions through patent analysis and trend modeling
- Develop sustainability frameworks for emerging tech deployments
- Present strategic blueprints to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor junior futurists through our Future Leaders Program
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on 2026 tech feasibility studies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in emerging technology strategy with 5+ years in future-focused roles
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurology
- Published research in quantum computing, AI ethics, or sustainable tech
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment
- Experience securing $1M+ R&D grants or venture funding
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum simulation tools
- Track record of launching products with 10M+ user impact
- Speaker at TechCrunch Disrupt or similar innovation forums