Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary Senior Future Technology Strategist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap. This role demands a blend of technical foresight and business acumen to transform emerging trends into scalable solutions. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify breakthrough opportunities while ensuring ethical implementation. Our Austin hub offers a dynamic environment where your ideas will directly shape the next wave of digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute a 2026 technology strategy aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech) for commercial viability
- Lead cross-functional workshops to ideate future products and services
- Create technology roadmaps with 18-36 month implementation timelines
- Partner with R&D to prototype and validate futuristic concepts
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board members
- Monitor global tech policy and regulatory shifts affecting 2026 landscape
Qualifications
- 10+ years in technology strategy, R&D, or innovation management
- Proven track record of launching future-focused initiatives
- Deep expertise in at least two emerging tech domains (AI, blockchain, AR/VR, etc.)
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong financial modeling skills for tech investment evaluation
- PhD or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business
- Published thought leadership in technology futurism
- Proficient in strategic foresight frameworks (e.g., Horizon Scanning)