Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of technological evolution as our 2026 Technology Futurist. This visionary role requires a strategic architect to map emerging technologies and their societal impacts. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop long-term innovation roadmaps while navigating ethical implications of next-gen breakthroughs. Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources to transform theoretical possibilities into tangible solutions.
We're seeking a thought leader who thrives at the intersection of foresight, technology, and human-centered design. If you're passionate about shaping how humanity interfaces with 2026's technological landscape, this is your calling.
Responsibilities
- Develop 5-year strategic technology roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead cross-functional workshops to forecast societal and ethical implications of emerging tech
- Partner with R&D teams to prototype solutions for 2026-era challenges
- Author thought leadership publications on technology adoption trajectories
- Advocate for inclusive innovation frameworks in board-level presentations
- Monitor global tech policy shifts and regulatory landscapes
- Establish KPIs for measuring technological readiness and adoption maturity
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or futurist consulting
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI/ML, quantum, AR/VR, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of translating complex tech concepts into executable strategies
- Published thought leadership in recognized tech or foresight publications
- Advanced degree in Technology, Engineering, Futures Studies, or related field
- Experience with scenario planning and horizon scanning methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for executive and technical audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating previous tech impact assessments