Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital ecosystem today. This pivotal role demands a blend of strategic foresight, technical acumen, and innovative thinking to transform emerging technologies into market-defining solutions.
As a key member of our executive leadership team, you'll drive our 2026 roadmap by identifying disruptive trends, validating future scenarios, and leading cross-functional initiatives in AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. You'll collaborate with industry pioneers and present strategic frameworks to our board of directors, ensuring our position as the industry's innovation catalyst.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify emerging technologies with 2026 market impact
- Develop and present future scenario roadmaps to C-suite executives and board members
- Architect strategic innovation initiatives bridging current capabilities and future requirements
- Manage cross-functional teams of engineers, designers, and product specialists for tech prototyping
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and research labs
- Quantify ROI of futuristic technologies through market modeling and risk assessment
- Represent the company at global technology summits and future-focused conferences
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership roles
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurist Studies
- Proven track record of launching technologies with 3-5 year market impact
- Deep expertise in AI, blockchain, quantum computing, or sustainable tech
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Strategic Foresight (e.g., CFIP preferred)
- Experience presenting to executive boards and Fortune 500 leadership
- Published thought leadership in tech innovation or future studies
- Portfolio demonstrating technology roadmaps successfully executed to market