Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Futurist to architect our next-generation technology roadmap and pioneer solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with cutting-edge execution, requiring someone who thrives at the intersection of emerging tech, market disruption, and human-centric design. You'll lead cross-functional teams to prototype and scale breakthrough innovations while maintaining our position as the industry's thought leader in sustainable tech ecosystems.
Our Austin hub operates in a state-of-the-art LEED-certified facility where collaboration meets innovation. We offer comprehensive benefits including equity, flexible work arrangements, and a $10,000 annual innovation budget for personal R&D projects. This is your chance to shape the decade's most transformative technologies.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a 2026 technology innovation roadmap with measurable milestones
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping AI-driven sustainable solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (quantum, biotech, neuromorphic computing)
- Partner with C-suite to align innovation strategy with business objectives
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D budget through compelling stakeholder presentations
- Establish industry partnerships with academic institutions and startups
- Present findings at global innovation summits (CES, Web Summit, etc.)
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy or innovation leadership
- Proven track record scaling breakthrough technologies from concept to market
- Expertise in emerging tech trends (blockchain, AI ethics, sustainable tech)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Published thought leadership in top-tier tech journals (Nature, MIT Tech Review)
- Experience securing multi-million dollar innovation grants
- Deep network within venture capital and global tech ecosystems
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, APF)