Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as our 2026 Futurist Tech Strategist and architect the digital landscape of tomorrow. We're seeking a visionary leader to decode emerging technologies and shape our innovation roadmap for the post-2025 era. This hybrid role blends cutting-edge tech foresight with strategic business execution, requiring you to bridge quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech paradigms.
You'll lead cross-functional initiatives to transform abstract future scenarios into actionable business strategies, working directly with C-suite executives and R&D pioneers. The ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technological possibility and market viability, with a proven ability to anticipate paradigm shifts before they enter mainstream consciousness.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 3-year technology foresight strategy aligned with 2026 market projections
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum, AGI, biocomputing) to identify disruptive opportunities
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for C-suite executives on post-2025 digital transformation
- Collaborate with product teams to embed future-ready features in current development cycles
- Establish partnerships with academic labs and innovation hubs to pioneer next-gen solutions
- Present quarterly tech horizon reports to investors and board stakeholders
- Mentor innovation teams in speculative design and rapid prototyping methodologies
Qualifications
- 15+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in futurism or innovation leadership
- Published thought leadership on emerging tech (AI, quantum, or biotech)
- Experience leading cross-functional teams through technological transitions
- Deep understanding of ethical frameworks for advanced AI systems
- Proven ability to translate technical concepts into business strategy
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science, Futures Studies, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating scenario-planning outcomes for Fortune 500 companies