Job Description
Join Nexus Future Labs as we pioneer the next wave of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect the future of digital transformation. In this pivotal role, you'll bridge emerging technologies with market disruption, driving our roadmap for post-2025 innovations. Our Austin headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for collaborative breakthroughs, with cutting-edge labs and partnerships with leading research institutions. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your moment to shape tomorrow.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional sprints to prototype 2026-era solutions
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with market impact potential
- Collaborate with C-suite to align innovation with business growth vectors
- Manage $2M+ annual R&D budget for experimental initiatives
- Present strategic forecasts to executive stakeholders and investors
- Build external partnerships with academic and industry pioneers
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology roles with future-planning experience
- Expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (quantum, AI, blockchain, etc.)
- Proven track record of launching market-defining innovations
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Strong financial modeling skills for technology ROI analysis
- Certified Futurist (CF) or equivalent foresight training preferred
- Experience scaling innovation teams in high-growth environments