Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the digital landscape of the next decade. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight, innovation expertise, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to pioneer breakthrough technologies while mentoring cross-functional teams in rapid prototyping and agile methodologies. Our Austin headquarters offers an incubator environment for next-gen solutions, with competitive benefits including equity participation in our moonshot projects.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-10 year technology roadmaps aligning with market disruption forecasts
- Lead R&D initiatives in quantum computing, AI ethics, and biotech convergence
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
- Design scalable frameworks for ethical AI implementation and regulatory compliance
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging threats and opportunities in tech ecosystems
- Present future-state scenarios to stakeholders using immersive data visualization
Qualifications
- 15+ years in technology strategy with 5+ years in future-focused roles
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or Futurism
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals on exponential technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment methodologies
- Proven track record of commercializing next-gen innovations
- Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks for emerging tech (US/EU)
- Certification in Futures Studies or Strategic Foresight preferred