Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technological revolution. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist Strategist to architect our 2026 roadmap and transform how humanity interacts with emerging technologies. This role demands a blend of cutting-edge technical expertise, strategic foresight, and creative problem-solving. You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing next-gen AI solutions while navigating ethical implications and market disruption. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources for experimentation, including quantum computing partnerships and neurotech incubators. If you thrive at the intersection of artificial intelligence, human augmentation, and sustainable innovation, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Architect long-term AI strategy aligned with 2026 technological convergence points
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in generative AI, quantum computing, and neural interfaces
- Develop ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and human-AI symbiosis
- Partner with Fortune 500 clients to implement future-ready digital transformation
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (biotech, climate AI, spatial computing)
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and regulatory bodies on tech evolution
- Mentor innovation teams in rapid prototyping and agile futurism methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in AI/ML strategy with demonstrable impact on enterprise roadmaps
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurology
- Published research in top-tier journals (Nature AI, ACM FAccT) on ethical AI
- Deep expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and neuromorphic computing
- Experience with regulatory frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF)
- Portfolio of deployed systems affecting >1M users
- Fluency in forecasting methodologies (Delphi, scenario planning)
- Public speaking record at major tech conferences (NeurIPS, Web Summit)