Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc at the forefront of tomorrow's transformation. We seek a visionary 2026 Futurist & Innovation Lead to architect our next-generation tech ecosystem. This pivotal role combines strategic foresight with hands-on implementation to shape how humanity interfaces with emerging technologies. You'll lead cross-disciplinary teams in developing quantum-secure infrastructure, AI ethics frameworks, and sustainable urban tech solutions for 2030 and beyond.
Our Austin headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for disruptive thinking, backed by $500M R&D funding. You'll directly influence product roadmaps while mentoring the next wave of innovators through our Future-Ready Academy program.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligned with post-2026 societal trends
- Lead quantum computing security implementations for enterprise clients
- Architect AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Manage $2M+ annual innovation portfolio with measurable ROI
- Present findings at Davos, CES, and UN Technology Summits
- Mentor 10+ researchers through our Future-Ready Academy
- Secure 3+ patents/year in emerging tech domains
Qualifications
- 15+ years in emerging tech with 5+ in C-suite strategy roles
- PhD in Quantum Computing, AI Ethics, or Future Studies
- Published 3+ white papers on post-2025 tech disruption
- Proven track record scaling quantum/AI solutions
- Expertise in ISO 42001 AI governance standards
- Security clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information)
- Fluency in Mandarin, Spanish, and English
- Experience securing $100M+ in innovation funding