Job Description
Join Nexus Futures at the forefront of tomorrow's landscape. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our roadmap for the next technological revolution. This pivotal role demands a blend of foresight, technical acumen, and business agility to transform emerging trends into market-defining opportunities. You'll collaborate with C-suite executives, lead cross-functional innovation pods, and shape products that will define industries by 2026. Enjoy competitive equity, flexible work arrangements, and an environment where your ideas become the future.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead discovery sprints on emerging technologies (quantum computing, AI ethics, biotech convergence)
- Champion agile innovation methodologies across 15+ R&D teams
- Build strategic partnerships with academic institutions and venture labs
- Present innovation frameworks to executive stakeholders and board members
- Quantify market readiness and ROI for futuristic concepts
Qualifications
- 8+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or emerging tech consulting
- Proven track record delivering future-facing products (e.g., AI/ML systems, IoT ecosystems)
- Expertise in technology forecasting frameworks (e.g., Delphi method, horizon scanning)
- Advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business Innovation
- Deep understanding of Web3, climate tech, and human augmentation trends
- Exceptional stakeholder management with Fortune 500 executives
- PMP or similar innovation certification preferred