Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation landscape. We're seeking a visionary Future Innovation Strategist to architect transformative solutions for 2026 and beyond. In this pivotal role, you'll identify emerging trends, develop forward-thinking roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams to pioneer breakthrough technologies that redefine industries.
Our Austin-based hub offers a dynamic environment where your strategic insights will directly shape the future of sustainable tech, AI ethics, and human-centered design. You'll collaborate with world-class researchers, engineers, and futurists to turn visionary concepts into tangible impact.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technological and societal trends to inform 2026+ strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing disruptive innovation frameworks
- Design and execute scenario-planning models for future market disruptions
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate future-facing solutions
- Present strategic insights to C-suite stakeholders and external partners
- Drive adoption of agile innovation methodologies across global teams
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futures planning, or emerging technology
- Proven track record leading high-impact technology transformation projects
- Expertise in scenario planning, trend analysis, and horizon scanning
- Advanced degree in Business, Technology, or Futures Studies
- Experience with AI ethics frameworks and sustainable tech principles
- Exceptional communication skills for complex stakeholder engagement
- Certification in Strategic Foresight or Innovation Management preferred