Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations as a Future Strategist - 2026 Vision Lead to architect the next frontier of technological evolution. We seek a visionary thinker to define and execute our 2026 roadmap, driving innovation at the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and sustainable tech. This role demands strategic foresight, cross-functional leadership, and an obsession with shaping tomorrow's solutions today.
As a cornerstone of our executive team, you'll influence billion-dollar decisions while mentoring next-gen innovators. Our Austin hub offers unparalleled resources for trailblazers who dare to reimagine possibilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop and operationalize the 2026 technology vision roadmap, aligning with global market trends and emerging paradigms
- Lead cross-functional initiatives spanning R&D, product development, and market strategy for next-gen tech deployments
- Establish KPI frameworks for measuring innovation ROI and future-readiness across organizational verticals
- Forge strategic partnerships with academic institutions, government labs, and industry disruptors
- Present future scenarios to C-suite and board, translating complex foresight into actionable priorities
- Mentor innovation teams in scenario planning, trend analysis, and disruptive thinking methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic planning, innovation management, or technology futurism with Fortune 500 or high-growth tech
- Proven expertise in emerging tech forecasting (AI, quantum, biotech, clean energy)
- Executive-level experience leading cross-continental innovation initiatives
- Advanced degree in Technology Management, Strategic Innovation, or equivalent
- Published thought leadership on future-tech implications (whitepapers, patents, or keynotes)
- Expertise in scenario planning frameworks and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for translating complex futures to diverse stakeholders