Job Description
Join NextGen Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the future beyond 2026. We're seeking a visionary Future Technology Strategist to architect our long-term innovation roadmap. This role demands a blend of analytical prowess, creative foresight, and executive leadership to identify emerging trends and transform them into actionable strategies.
As a cornerstone of our executive team, you'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and investment divisions to ensure our technology portfolio remains 5 years ahead of the curve. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity and excels at converting complex future scenarios into competitive advantages.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with market evolution and business objectives
- Lead horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum computing, AGI, bio-integration) with commercial viability assessment
- Develop predictive models for technology adoption curves and market disruption
- Coordinate cross-functional innovation sprints with C-suite stakeholders
- Present strategic frameworks to investors and board members
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Author annual 'Future State' technology whitepapers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation management
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology forecasting methodologies
- Deep understanding of exponential technologies and their societal impacts
- Executive-level communication with ability to articulate complex futures
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or futurism
- Experience scaling technology roadmaps from concept to market