Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of shaping 2026's technological landscape. We're seeking an visionary AI Strategy & Innovation Director to architect the future of intelligent systems. Lead cross-functional teams in developing cutting-edge AI solutions that will redefine industries. Drive R&D initiatives, secure strategic partnerships, and ensure our roadmap aligns with emerging market trends. This role combines technical acumen with executive leadership to transform AI potential into tangible business value.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute AI innovation roadmaps for 2026 market readiness
- Lead enterprise-wide AI strategy integration with business objectives
- Manage $10M+ R&D budgets and vendor ecosystems
- Present AI initiatives to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Drive patent development and intellectual property strategy
- Mentor senior data scientists and ML engineers
- Monitor global AI regulatory and ethical frameworks
Qualifications
- 15+ years in AI/ML leadership with Fortune 500 experience
- Proven track record scaling AI products to $50M+ ARR
- PhD in Computer Science or equivalent technical expertise
- Deep knowledge of generative AI, reinforcement learning, and NLP
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Strategic partnerships with AWS, Google Cloud, or OpenAI
- Experience navigating FDA/EU AI regulatory landscapes