Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking a visionary Future Tech Strategist to architect our 2026 technology roadmap and drive innovation across emerging domains. This pivotal role requires a blend of analytical rigor, creative foresight, and executive leadership to position our company as an industry trailblazer.
As a key member of our C-suite advisory team, you'll collaborate with global R&D centers, analyze disruptive trends, and translate future scenarios into actionable strategies. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly shape products impacting billions.
Responsibilities
- Develop comprehensive 2026 technology roadmaps integrating AI, quantum computing, and decentralized systems
- Lead scenario planning for emerging tech disruptions (Web4, bio-digital interfaces, autonomous ecosystems)
- Partner with VPs of Product to align innovation investments with market readiness
- Present strategic briefings to C-suite and board members quarterly
- Manage cross-functional innovation sprints with engineering and design teams
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and regulatory landscapes affecting 2026 adoption
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring future-readiness across business units
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or scale-up experience
- Proven track record in emerging tech adoption cycles (AI/ML, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Analytics
- Certification in Futures Thinking (e.g., WFS, Foresight Practitioner)
- Executive presentation skills with experience addressing C-suite audiences
- Deep understanding of tech convergence patterns and exponential growth principles
- Portfolio demonstrating successful 5+ year strategic technology implementations