Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as a 2026 Technology Futurist and architect the digital frontier. We're seeking a visionary strategist to define technology roadmaps that will shape industries by 2026. Lead cross-functional teams in developing next-gen solutions in AI, quantum computing, and biotech integration. This role demands a blend of technical depth, business acumen, and foresight to anticipate market shifts and consumer needs. Work in our state-of-the-art Austin hub with competitive benefits including equity, wellness stipends, and innovation sabbaticals.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for Fortune 500 clients
- Lead R&D initiatives in AI ethics, quantum-resistant cryptography, and neuro-interfaces
- Conduct horizon-scanning analysis of emerging technologies (e.g., synthetic biology, autonomous systems)
- Design scalable architecture for metaverse and decentralized web ecosystems
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite executives and venture capitalists
- Collaborate with MIT and Stanford on forward-looking research projects
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in emerging technologies
- PhD in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field
- Published research in IEEE Nature or peer-reviewed journals
- Expertise in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, scenario planning)
- Track record of launching commercialized tech products post-2020
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and blockchain frameworks
- Security clearance (Top Secret preferred)