Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking visionary AI Futurist Research Leads to architect solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge AI development with strategic foresight to shape tomorrow's digital landscape. You'll lead interdisciplinary teams in developing predictive models, ethical frameworks, and next-generation AI systems that redefine human-machine collaboration. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where innovation meets impact, with competitive benefits and opportunities to publish groundbreaking research.
Responsibilities
- Architect AI roadmaps targeting 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing predictive AI systems for complex scenarios
- Establish ethical governance frameworks for autonomous decision-making systems
- Collaborate with quantum computing specialists to hybridize classical and quantum AI models
- Present research findings at industry summits and publish in top-tier journals
- Drive innovation in explainable AI and human-centric machine learning paradigms
- Mentor junior researchers in emerging AI domains including neuromorphic computing
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR)
- Expertise in transformer architectures, generative models, and reinforcement learning
- Proven track record developing ethical AI frameworks for enterprise applications
- Experience with quantum machine learning frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Strong background in human-computer interaction and cognitive psychology
- Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders
- Portfolio of projects demonstrating 2026-forward AI applications