Job Description
Join our elite innovation team as the 2026 Futurist Lead at NextGen Solutions Inc. We're seeking a visionary strategist to architect our roadmap for the post-2025 landscape. This pivotal role requires blending cutting-edge technology foresight with human-centric design principles to shape the future of digital experiences. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives and cross-functional teams to develop actionable insights that will redefine industry standards. Our San Francisco hub offers an unparalleled environment for breakthrough thinking, with access to AI labs, design studios, and a global network of futurists. This is your chance to influence how humanity interacts with technology in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026+ strategic innovation roadmap using trend analysis and scenario planning
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Produce white papers and frameworks for board-level decision-making on future-proofing initiatives
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate futuristic concepts through rapid experimentation
- Represent the company at global futurist conferences and thought leadership forums
- Mentor junior strategists in futures thinking methodologies and ethical tech implementation
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or advanced technology planning
- Proven track record of developing and executing multi-year future-focused strategies
- Expertise in emerging technologies (quantum computing, neurotech, AI ethics, etc.)
- Strong background in human-centered design and behavioral economics
- Published thought leadership in futurism or technology innovation fields
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Technology Strategy, or related field
- Exceptional presentation skills for executive and technical audiences