Job Description
Shape the future with Nexus Innovations as we pioneer breakthrough technologies for 2026 and beyond. We seek a visionary Future Innovation Strategist to lead our next-generation R&D initiatives and transform emerging trends into market-disrupting solutions. Join our elite team in San Francisco at the intersection of quantum computing, sustainable tech, and AI ethics.
What You'll Achieve:
- Architect 5-year innovation roadmaps aligning with global sustainability goals
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing prototype technologies
- Secure $10M+ in strategic partnerships and venture capital
- Present at premier tech conferences including CES and Web Summit
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategic innovation pipelines for 2026-2030 technology horizons
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies (quantum, biotech, AR/VR)
- Manage R&D budgets exceeding $15M annually
- Collaborate with Stanford/MIT research labs on joint ventures
- Drive patent portfolios with 50+ new IP filings
- Lead agile sprints for rapid prototyping and MVP validation
- Present quarterly innovation progress to C-suite and board
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech innovation or corporate strategy leadership
- Proven track record launching commercialized technologies
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business
- Expertise in futures forecasting and trend analysis
- Strong network within Silicon Valley and global tech ecosystems
- Certification in Agile/Scrum and Lean methodologies
- Experience securing Series B+ funding rounds
- Published thought leadership in IEEE or Harvard Business Review