Job Description
Join NextGen Solutions Inc. at the forefront of tomorrow's economy. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation growth roadmap. This pivotal role blends cutting-edge technology forecasting with human-centric design to shape how businesses and societies evolve in the coming decade.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in identifying emerging paradigms, developing adaptive frameworks, and translating foresight into actionable innovation. Our Austin-based headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence our $2B product portfolio and partner ecosystem.
Responsibilities
- Architect and maintain a 2026 technology and societal foresight framework
- Lead scenario planning workshops for C-suite executives and key stakeholders
- Develop innovation roadmaps integrating quantum computing, biotech convergence, and AI ethics
- Establish KPIs for measuring organizational adaptability to 2026 megatrends
- Collaborate with R&D to prototype future-proof solutions
- Publish quarterly trend briefings for industry thought leadership
- Mentor junior futurists in strategic foresight methodologies
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or future studies
- Proven expertise in emerging tech convergence (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Thinking, or related field
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred
- Portfolio demonstrating scenario planning artifacts for 2025-2030 horizons
- Experience with cross-cultural trend analysis and global megatrends
- Exceptional storytelling abilities to communicate complex futures
- Proficiency in foresight tools (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Method)