Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs as we pioneer the technological landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect the next generation of digital ecosystems. This role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical innovation, and cross-industry collaboration to transform abstract concepts into tangible solutions that will redefine human-machine interaction by 2026.
In this pivotal position, you'll lead our R&D initiatives in quantum computing integration, AI ethics frameworks, and sustainable tech ecosystems. You'll partner with C-suite executives to develop 5-year roadmaps that align emerging technologies with market disruption opportunities. Your insights will directly influence our $500M innovation pipeline and shape industry standards for the post-2025 digital frontier.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic technology roadmaps targeting 2026 market disruption
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI/quantum hybrid systems
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies with 3-5 year commercialization potential
- Author thought leadership frameworks on human-AI symbiosis and ethical tech deployment
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions and Fortune 500 innovation labs
- Present technology futures to executive stakeholders and board members
- Drive sustainability initiatives in tech lifecycle management and circular economy models
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futuristics (PhD preferred)
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with Fortune 500 or unicorn startups
- Proven track record in commercializing emerging technologies (quantum/AI/blockchain)
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment methodologies
- Published research on future technology trends or patents in disruptive tech domains
- Experience leading cross-continental R&D teams with agile/scrum methodologies
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management