Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's digital frontier. As a 2026 Technology Futurist, you'll architect the next generation of AI-driven ecosystems that will redefine human-machine interaction. Our interdisciplinary team pioneers quantum computing interfaces, neural network integrations, and autonomous system frameworks. This role demands visionary thinking to bridge theoretical breakthroughs with scalable commercial applications, ensuring our innovations remain ethically grounded and commercially viable.
We offer competitive equity packages, flexible hybrid work arrangements, and access to our state-of-the-art R&D facilities in the heart of San Francisco's tech corridor.
Responsibilities
- Develop strategic roadmaps for 2026-era AI and quantum computing applications
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-AI collaborative systems
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with 3-5 year commercialization potential
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making algorithms
- Present visionary concepts to C-suite executives and venture partners
- Collaborate with academia on DARPA and NSF-funded research initiatives
- Monitor geopolitical tech policy shifts affecting 2026 innovation landscapes
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Quantum Physics, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Proven track record in scaling AI/ML systems to production environments
- Deep expertise in quantum computing architectures and qubit manipulation
- Published research in Nature/Science or equivalent tier journals
- Experience with ethical AI governance frameworks (e.g., IEEE 7000)
- Proficiency in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum programming languages
- Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive audiences