Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of tomorrow's digital landscape. We're seeking visionary AI Futurist Strategists to architect the next wave of human-machine symbiosis. In this pivotal role, you'll decode emerging technological paradigms and transform them into actionable business strategies that redefine industries. Our Austin hub incubates moonshot projects with Fortune 500 partners, where your insights will directly shape product roadmaps for 2026 and beyond. Expect dynamic collaboration with quantum computing specialists, neuro-ethicists, and generative AI architects in a culture that celebrates intellectual audacity.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026-adjacent AI roadmaps by synthesizing quantum computing trends, neuromorphic research, and generative AI breakthroughs
- Partner with C-suite executives to embed ethical AI frameworks into product lifecycles
- Lead cross-functional sprints prototyping human-AI collaboration interfaces
- Author thought leadership reports on AI's societal impact for industry forums
- Conduct horizon scanning for nascent technologies with exponential potential
- Mentor a diverse cohort of AI researchers in futuristic problem-solving methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI or equivalent with 5+ years in strategic technology foresight
- Published work in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, etc.)
- Proven experience translating theoretical AI concepts into commercial applications
- Mastery of ethical AI frameworks (EU AI Act, NIST RMF) and regulatory landscapes
- Expertise in generative AI architectures and quantum machine learning
- Exceptional storytelling skills to articulate complex futures to diverse audiences
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ AI products launched from concept to market