Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap and pioneer breakthrough solutions that will redefine industries. This pivotal role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution in our state-of-the-art San Francisco headquarters.
Why Nexus Horizons? We're a global leader in emergent technologies, with 89% of our projects reaching commercialization within 18 months. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity and audacious thinking, backed by $2B in R&D funding.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement the 2026 technology vision framework, aligning with global market trends
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI, quantum computing, and biotech solutions
- Establish strategic partnerships with academic institutions and Fortune 100 innovators
- Present foresight findings to C-suite executives and external stakeholders quarterly
- Drive innovation sprints targeting 2026 commercialization milestones
- Mentor junior futurists and curate the company's emerging technology knowledge base
- Secure $500K+ in annual innovation grants through visionary proposal development
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futuristics, Systems Engineering, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 7+ years in strategic technology planning with 2025+ roadmap delivery
- Proven track record of commercializing emergent technologies
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong network within Silicon Valley innovation ecosystem
- Published thought leadership in technology foresight (IEEE, MIT Tech Review)
- Proficiency in AI-driven forecasting tools and data visualization platforms
- Ability to articulate complex futures to diverse audiences