Job Description
Shape the future at Nexus Innovations Group as we redefine human-AI collaboration for 2026. We seek a visionary AI Futurist to architect our next-generation intelligent systems and drive strategic innovation across emerging technologies. Join our elite team in developing transformative solutions that will reshape industries.
This hybrid role combines cutting-edge AI research with executive-level strategic planning. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives in generative AI, autonomous systems, and ethical AI frameworks while mentoring a team of world-class researchers. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, rapid prototyping, and boundary-pushing innovation.
Compensation includes equity, unlimited PTO, and a $15k annual learning stipend. Work from our state-of-the-art Mission Bay campus or remotely across the US.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 5-year AI innovation roadmap aligned with 2026 technological horizons
- Lead research initiatives in generative AI, neural-symbolic systems, and AGI safety
- Collaborate with C-suite to integrate AI strategy into corporate transformation
- Establish ethical AI governance frameworks and responsible deployment protocols
- Drive patent development and publish breakthrough research in top-tier journals
- Mentor AI researchers and foster cross-disciplinary innovation workshops
- Monitor global AI trends and regulatory shifts to inform strategic decisions
Qualifications
- PhD in AI/ML or equivalent with 10+ years of applied research experience
- Proven track record of deploying production AI systems at scale
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and multimodal models
- Executive-level experience in AI strategy and technology roadmapping
- Published research in NeurIPS/ICML/AAAI with >500 citations
- Strong background in AI ethics, bias mitigation, and safety protocols
- Exceptional communication skills translating complex concepts to stakeholders