Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the 2026 digital landscape. We seek a visionary AI Futurist Strategist to pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. This role requires a blend of technical acumen, foresight, and leadership to transform emerging technologies into tangible business advantages. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives to develop AI roadmaps, anticipate market disruptions, and shape our innovation agenda for the next-generation economy.
Our Austin-based hub offers unparalleled resources including quantum computing labs, neuro-interfaces research facilities, and a dedicated 2026 Futurecasting Division. This is more than a job—it's your opportunity to sculpt the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop AI-powered strategic roadmaps for 2026 market readiness across fintech, healthcare, and autonomous systems
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI applications (neural-symbolic integration, explainable AI)
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum ML, neuromorphic computing) to identify commercialization opportunities
- Design ethical AI governance frameworks compliant with 2026 regulatory standards
- Present visionary blueprints to investors and board members securing $50M+ innovation budgets
- Mentor junior futurists in foresight methodologies and tech horizon scanning
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI or equivalent with 8+ years in strategic tech planning
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML) on future ML paradigms
- Proven track record of launching commercial AI products with $10M+ revenue impact
- Expertise in regulatory foresight (EU AI Act, US Algorithmic Accountability Act)
- Proficiency in futures methodologies (Delphi, scenario planning) and trend analysis tools
- Experience scaling AI teams in hyper-growth environments
- Public speaking at global tech summits (Web Summit, CES) preferred