Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as a 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the next wave of digital transformation. We're seeking visionary strategists to decode emerging tech trends and pioneer solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role blends foresight, innovation, and execution to build tomorrow's digital infrastructure today.
Our Austin-based team operates at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D labs, and global partners to translate future possibilities into actionable roadmaps. If you thrive at the bleeding edge of technology and possess strategic foresight, this is your opportunity to shape the future.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon-scanning initiatives to identify disruptive technologies with 2026 market impact
- Develop strategic technology roadmaps aligning with long-term business objectives
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Present findings to executive leadership and external stakeholders through compelling narratives
- Establish cross-functional innovation labs for rapid prototyping of emerging tech applications
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and regulatory developments affecting future tech adoption
- Author thought leadership positioning the company as a 2026 technology pioneer
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, innovation management, or emerging tech R&D
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic technologies (quantum, AI, biotech)
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Deep understanding of ethical frameworks for emerging technologies
- Experience building and leading cross-disciplinary innovation teams
- Published thought leadership in technology futures or strategy publications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Strong network within global tech innovation ecosystems