Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as our 2026 Future Technology Strategist. This pioneering role demands visionaries who can architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. We're seeking an innovator to spearhead the integration of quantum computing, AI ethics frameworks, and sustainable tech ecosystems. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to redefine industry standards while mentoring next-gen talent in our Austin-based innovation hub. If you thrive at the intersection of foresight and execution, this is your calling to shape the decade's most transformative breakthroughs.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 technology roadmap aligning with UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Lead cross-functional R&D initiatives in quantum-resistant cryptography and decentralized AI
- Forge strategic partnerships with NASA, MIT, and EU Horizon Europe for cutting-edge research
- Architect ethical AI governance frameworks compliant with 2030 digital sovereignty regulations
- Present quarterly innovation briefings to the Board of Directors and key investors
- Oversee a $15M R&D budget for experimental projects in biotech fusion and climate tech
- Mentor a team of 12 futurists and technology architects through quarterly hackathons
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurism with 8+ years in strategic tech leadership
- Published research in Nature/Science on emerging technologies with >500 citations
- Proven track record scaling quantum computing or AI ethics initiatives to enterprise level
- Deep expertise in Web3.0 infrastructure and regulatory compliance frameworks
- Fluency in Mandarin and Spanish for global stakeholder engagement
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ technologies successfully commercialized post-2020
- Certification in ISO 21448 (SOTIF) and IEEE 7000 standards
- Experience securing federal grants (DARPA, NSF) for experimental research