Job Description
Shape the future of artificial intelligence at Nexus Future Labs. As we pioneer breakthroughs for 2026 and beyond, we seek an AI Strategy Director to lead our next-generation initiatives. Join our interdisciplinary team of visionaries in Austin, Texas, where innovation meets impact. This role bridges cutting-edge AI research with transformative business strategy, driving our mission to create ethical, scalable solutions that redefine industries.
We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work alongside Nobel laureates and industry pioneers. Our Austin headquarters features state-of-the-art labs, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that champions intellectual curiosity and collaborative excellence.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute AI roadmaps aligned with 2026 technological forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in translating AI research into market-ready solutions
- Establish ethical frameworks for AI deployment and governance
- Forge strategic partnerships with academia, startups, and industry leaders
- Present AI strategies to C-suite executives and board members
- Drive innovation in generative AI, quantum computing integration, and autonomous systems
- Mentor senior AI researchers and data scientists
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, AI, or related field with 10+ years experience
- Proven track record of leading AI initiatives at Fortune 500 companies
- Expertise in emerging AI trends and 2026 technological projections
- Strong background in AI ethics, bias mitigation, and responsible AI
- Exceptional strategic planning and stakeholder management skills
- Published research in top-tier AI/ML conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, etc.)
- Experience scaling AI systems to handle petabyte-scale data