Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the 2026 digital landscape. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist to translate tomorrow's possibilities into actionable strategies today. In this pivotal role, you'll lead cross-disciplinary initiatives to shape AI ethics, quantum computing integration, and human-AI symbiosis. Your expertise will directly influence our product roadmap, ensuring we remain 3 years ahead of industry disruption.
Why Nexus Innovations? We're a preeminent tech incubator with $2B+ in R&D funding, pioneering breakthroughs in autonomous systems and neural interfaces. Our San Francisco campus features state-of-the-art labs and a culture of radical innovation where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 AI strategic roadmaps for enterprise clients across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing sectors
- Lead horizon scanning initiatives to identify emerging technologies with 5+ year commercialization potential
- Design ethical frameworks for next-gen AI deployment ensuring regulatory compliance and societal benefit
- Collaborate with quantum computing teams to integrate post-classical algorithms into production systems
- Present visionary insights to C-suite executives and government technology councils
- Author white papers on the future of human-AI collaboration and digital sovereignty
- Mentor a team of futurist researchers and data scientists
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or Futurism with 8+ years in applied AI strategy
- Proven track record of developing technology roadmaps with 5+ year implementation cycles
- Deep expertise in quantum computing, neuromorphic engineering, or synthetic biology
- Published thought leadership in top-tier journals (Nature, MIT Tech Review) or equivalent
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., CFP) or advanced technology foresight
- Experience advising Fortune 500 companies on digital transformation beyond 2025
- Strong command of regulatory landscapes for AI in 15+ countries
- Portfolio of implemented future-strategy projects with measurable ROI