Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as we architect tomorrow's digital landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Tech Futurist to lead our R&D division into the next frontier of human-machine collaboration. This role demands strategic foresight, technical acumen, and the ability to translate emerging trends into market-ready innovations.
Our Austin headquarters fosters groundbreaking work in quantum computing, neural interfaces, and sustainable AI. You'll spearhead initiatives that will redefine industries by 2026, working with world-class engineers and collaborating with MIT's Future Tech Lab. This is your chance to shape the technologies that will power the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with market forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen solutions
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, bio-digital convergence, AGI)
- Secure strategic partnerships with academic institutions
- Present innovation blueprints to C-suite and investors
- Drive ethical frameworks for future technologies
- Manage $15M R&D budget for 2026 initiatives
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy with Fortune 500 experience
- Published research in AI, quantum computing, or neurotech
- Track record leading 5+ successful product launches
- PhD in Computer Science/Engineering or equivalent
- Deep understanding of Web3.0 and metaverse ecosystems
- Fluency in futures forecasting methodologies
- Strong network with DARPA, IEEE, and Singularity University