Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as a Future Technologies Strategist and help define the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking a visionary leader to bridge emerging innovations with market disruption, driving our position at the forefront of next-gen solutions. This role demands a blend of technical foresight, strategic thinking, and cross-functional leadership to transform cutting-edge concepts into scalable business opportunities.
You'll collaborate with R&D, product development, and executive teams to anticipate industry shifts, identify disruptive technologies, and build actionable roadmaps for the coming decade. Our Austin-based hub offers an agile environment where your ideas will directly shape our product ecosystem and market expansion strategies.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence) to forecast market impacts through 2026
- Develop strategic frameworks integrating IoT, AR/VR, and decentralized systems into enterprise solutions
- Lead cross-functional workshops to align technology roadmaps with business objectives
- Partner with venture capital teams to evaluate and integrate startup innovations
- Author thought leadership reports on future technology trends and competitive positioning
- Manage a $5M innovation budget for prototype development and pilot programs
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning with 5+ years in emerging tech domains
- Proven track record of commercializing futuristic technologies (e.g., blockchain, neuromorphic computing)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business with tech specialization
- Deep understanding of ethical AI frameworks and regulatory landscapes
- Experience with scenario planning and technology impact assessment methodologies
- Strong network within venture capital and R&D communities
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex concepts to stakeholders