Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's breakthroughs. We're seeking a visionary Strategic Innovation Lead to architect solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role demands a blend of technical acumen and futurist thinking to pioneer next-generation technologies. You'll drive our innovation roadmap while mentoring cross-disciplinary teams to transform ambitious concepts into market-ready realities. If you thrive at the intersection of emerging tech and business strategy, this is your chance to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead development of 2026-forward tech solutions including AI ethics frameworks and quantum computing applications
- Architect innovation pipelines integrating biotech, IoT, and sustainable tech convergence
- Collaborate with C-suite to align R&D with market disruption timelines
- Manage $5M+ innovation budgets across 3-5 concurrent strategic initiatives
- Present future-vision blueprints to executive stakeholders and industry consortiums
- Mentor innovation teams in agile methodologies and emerging tech adoption
- Monitor geopolitical and regulatory shifts impacting 2026 tech landscapes
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech innovation with 5+ years in leadership roles
- Proven track record delivering scalable solutions for future markets
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (e.g., quantum, synthetic biology, neuromorphic computing)
- Certified in innovation management (e.g., PDMA, CMI)
- Experience with futures forecasting methodologies (e.g., Delphi, scenario planning)
- Strong background in ethical tech governance and responsible innovation
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Futurology
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ industry-disrupting projects launched in last 5 years