Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape today. In this pivotal role, you'll shape our innovation roadmap, emerging tech integrations, and long-term digital transformation strategies. Collaborate with quantum computing pioneers, AI ethics architects, and metaverse designers to build solutions that redefine human-tech interaction.
Our Austin campus offers a dynamic environment where cutting-edge research meets practical implementation. Enjoy competitive benefits, flexible work arrangements, and unparalleled opportunities to influence the technological paradigm shift of 2026.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026-2030 technology foresight strategies aligned with market disruption patterns
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen human-AI collaboration systems
- Analyze emerging tech trends (quantum computing, synthetic biology, neural interfaces) for commercial viability
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous systems and algorithmic decision-making
- Partner with policy teams to shape regulatory landscapes for emerging technologies
- Present strategic roadmaps to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Establish innovation labs for rapid prototyping of 2026-era technologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or innovation leadership
- Proven expertise in emerging tech ecosystems (blockchain, AR/VR, neuromorphic computing)
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futurist Studies
- Certification in Technology Foresight or Strategic Innovation Management
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ major technology transformation initiatives
- Deep understanding of ethical AI development and deployment
- Experience with scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Exceptional communication skills for complex technical concepts