Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's technology landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation strategy and drive paradigm-shifting initiatives. This pivotal role combines deep technological foresight with executive leadership to shape our roadmap for the coming decade. Work alongside world-class researchers, engineers, and strategists in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub, where cutting-edge ideas become industry benchmarks.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a comprehensive innovation roadmap targeting 2026+ technological horizons
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating disruptive solutions
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) and translate insights into actionable strategies
- Secure strategic partnerships with academia, startups, and industry leaders
- Present visionary frameworks to C-suite executives and board members
- Drive culture of experimentation through incubation programs for moonshot projects
- Author thought leadership publications on future technology paradigms
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, R&D leadership, or futurist consulting
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products/services
- Expertise in emerging technologies with 5+ years horizon planning experience
- Advanced degree in relevant field (MBA, MS Engineering, PhD preferred)
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical storytelling
- Experience managing multi-million dollar innovation budgets
- Published author or speaker at global tech conferences
- Portfolio of future-tech impact cases