Job Description
Join Nexus Futura at the forefront of technological evolution as we pioneer solutions for 2026 and beyond. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-industry expertise, and the ability to transform emerging concepts into actionable roadmaps. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead R&D initiatives, and shape our innovation pipeline while driving adoption of breakthrough technologies.
Our San Francisco headquarters offers an unparalleled environment for disruption, with cutting-edge labs and a culture that celebrates calculated risk-taking. This is your chance to define the next paradigm shift in human-machine collaboration.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year technology roadmaps aligning with 2026 market predictions and societal trends
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in quantum computing, neural interfaces, and sustainable AI
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify emerging technologies with disruptive potential
- Present strategic briefings to executive stakeholders and venture capital partners
- Establish innovation frameworks for rapid prototyping of futuristic solutions
- Author thought leadership publications on technology's societal impact by 2026
- Manage relationships with academic institutions and government innovation labs
Qualifications
- 15+ years in strategic technology planning with 5+ years in futurism or innovation forecasting
- Proven track record of commercializing emerging technologies (quantum, biotech, AR/VR)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Expertise in scenario planning and technology impact assessment methodologies
- Published thought leadership in IEEE, Nature Futures, or similar high-impact journals
- Experience with patent portfolios and intellectual property strategy
- Deep understanding of ethical AI development and regulatory landscapes
- Fluency in at least one programming language (Python, Rust, or Go preferred)