Job Description
Join Nexus Labs as we pioneer the technological frontier leading into 2026. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Technology Futurist to architect our next-generation innovation roadmap. This role demands a blend of technical acumen and strategic foresight to shape how emerging technologies will transform industries by 2026.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in developing forward-looking frameworks while maintaining operational excellence. Our Austin headquarters offers a dynamic environment where your insights will directly influence multi-billion dollar product roadmaps.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 technology adoption roadmaps for AI, quantum computing, and biotech convergence
- Lead scenario-planning workshops for industry disruption forecasts
- Collaborate with C-suite executives to align R&D priorities with 2026 market projections
- Author predictive white papers on technological singularity implications
- Manage innovation sprints exploring 5-year horizon technologies
- Establish KPIs for measuring progress toward 2026 strategic milestones
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic technology planning or R&D leadership
- Expertise in exponential technology trends (AI, quantum, synthetic biology)
- Proven track record of publishing industry-recognized future forecasts
- Experience with horizon scanning and technology radar methodologies
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Futures Studies
- Strong quantitative modeling and scenario analysis capabilities
- Published thought leadership in top-tier tech publications