Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the next generation of digital experiences. This pivotal role demands strategic foresight and cross-disciplinary expertise to shape our innovation roadmap. You'll collaborate with quantum computing teams, AI ethics councils, and metaverse architects to transform theoretical possibilities into market-ready breakthroughs. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources for experimental prototyping and industry partnerships.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging tech paradigms post-2025
- Develop strategic frameworks for quantum-AI convergence systems
- Design ethical protocols for autonomous decision-making algorithms
- Coordinate cross-functional R&D for neuro-adjacent computing interfaces
- Establish KPIs for measuring technological maturity in emerging domains
- Present innovation roadmaps to C-suite and venture partners
- Maintain competitive intelligence through global tech ecosystem mapping
Qualifications
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science/Futurism with 8+ years experience
- Published research in quantum machine learning or post-silicon architectures
- Proven track record of scaling experimental technologies to enterprise level
- Deep expertise in ethical AI governance frameworks (e.g., EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Fluency in at least two programming paradigms (quantum, neuromorphic, etc.)
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ industry-shaping tech deployments
- Proficiency in futures forecasting methodologies (Delphi, causal layered analysis)