Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the future of human-machine interaction. We're seeking a visionary Lead Futurist Engineer to spearhead our 2026 strategic roadmap, pioneering breakthroughs in AI integration, quantum computing applications, and sustainable tech ecosystems. This role demands a blend of technical prowess, strategic foresight, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to transform speculative concepts into scalable realities.
As part of our elite innovation lab, you'll work alongside Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers in a culture that rewards audacious thinking. Your impact will shape industries and redefine what's possible in the coming decade.
Responsibilities
- Architect and implement the 2026 technological vision roadmap with measurable milestones
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI and quantum computing solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with transformative potential
- Develop strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Present future scenarios to C-suite executives and board stakeholders
- Drive ethical framework development for autonomous systems and AI governance
- Secure $5M+ in R&D funding through compelling innovation proposals
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 10+ years in R&D leadership with 3+ years in futuristic technology planning
- Published research in AI ethics, quantum algorithms, or human-computer interaction
- Proven track record of scaling experimental technologies to commercial deployment
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Fluency in at least one quantum programming framework (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Experience securing government innovation grants or venture funding