Job Description
Join NextGen Horizons as we redefine tomorrow's landscape. We seek a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect our technological frontier. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight to anticipate market shifts and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will shape the decade ahead.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of emerging technologies and human-centered design. You'll lead cross-functional teams to develop prototypes, validate future scenarios, and translate visionary concepts into actionable roadmaps that position our company as the undisputed industry leader for 2026 and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Architect 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with 2026 market projections
- Lead scenario planning for disruptive technologies (quantum computing, neural interfaces, etc.)
- Partner with R&D to prototype next-gen solutions
- Present strategic forecasts to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Drive innovation workshops with global thought leaders
- Analyze emerging tech risks and opportunities
- Secure strategic partnerships with academic institutions
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Technology Forecasting, Innovation Management, or related field
- 10+ years experience in strategic technology planning
- Proven track record of launching future-facing initiatives
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (AI, biotech, space tech)
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., CFP) preferred
- Experience with scenario modeling tools
- Exceptional storytelling and executive communication skills
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation