Job Description
Join NexGen Innovations as we pioneer the technologies that will define 2026. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Lead to architect breakthrough solutions at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role is your chance to shape the future while working with world-class innovators in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub.
Responsibilities
- Design and execute R&D roadmaps for 2026-era technologies
- Lead cross-functional teams to prototype next-gen solutions
- Anticipate societal shifts and translate them into product opportunities
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on emerging tech initiatives
- Present findings to C-suite and industry partners at global summits
- Drive patent development for breakthrough innovations
- Manage $5M+ innovation budget with agile methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech innovation or futures research
- Proven track record in launching category-defining products
- Expertise in AI/ML, quantum computing, or biotech convergence
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Nature journals
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Portfolio showcasing 3+ industry-disrupting projects