Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We seek an exceptional 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect transformative frameworks that will redefine industries. This role demands visionary thinking, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to translate emerging trends into actionable business strategies. You'll collaborate with global R&D teams, disrupt legacy systems, and shape our product roadmap for the next decade. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your ideas become reality.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology roadmaps aligning with market forecasts and consumer behavior shifts
- Lead cross-functional workshops to identify disruptive opportunities in AI, quantum computing, and biotech
- Partner with C-suite executives to integrate future-focused initiatives into corporate strategy
- Conduct competitive analysis and scenario planning for post-2025 market landscapes
- Present innovation frameworks to investors and board members
- Manage a $5M innovation portfolio with measurable ROI targets
- Drive patent development for breakthrough technologies targeting 2026 commercialization
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning with proven 2026+ technology foresight
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Engineering, or Business
- Expertise in emerging tech domains (quantum, AGI, synthetic biology)
- Track record of scaling innovation from concept to market
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight preferred
- Experience with regulatory frameworks for next-gen technologies
- Exceptional data storytelling and executive communication skills
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ successful future-tech initiatives