Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking an AI Futurist Strategist to architect the next wave of intelligent systems that will redefine industries by 2026. This role merges cutting-edge AI research with long-term strategic foresight to transform how humanity interacts with technology.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing predictive AI models, ethical frameworks for autonomous systems, and quantum-computing interfaces. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources to pioneer breakthroughs in neural-symbolic AI and human-machine symbiosis.
Responsibilities
- Design AI roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead development of predictive models for societal impact analysis
- Architect ethical governance frameworks for autonomous decision systems
- Collaborate with quantum computing teams on hybrid AI architectures
- Present strategic insights to C-suite and government innovation boards
- Author white papers on AI's role in sustainable development
- Mentor cross-disciplinary teams in emerging AI paradigms
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI with 5+ years applied research experience
- Published work in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Expertise in transformer architectures and causal inference models
- Deep understanding of quantum computing principles
- Experience with ethical AI frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF)
- Proven track record of translating research to commercial impact
- Strong communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026-focused AI solutions