Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's innovation. We're seeking a visionary Futurist Innovation Strategist to architect 2026's technological landscape and drive paradigm-shifting initiatives. This role combines deep foresight with actionable strategy, transforming emerging trends into market-leading opportunities.
As a key architect of our 2026 roadmap, you'll collaborate with C-suite executives, R&D teams, and global partners to identify breakthrough technologies and future-proof our business model. We offer unparalleled autonomy to explore uncharted territories while leveraging our state-of-the-art innovation labs and $50M annual R&D budget.
What you'll achieve:
- Design and implement the 2026 innovation framework
- Lead cross-functional future-vision workshops
- Develop patent-pending strategic roadmaps
- Drive emerging technology adoption
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging technologies (AI/ML, quantum computing, biotech) to define 2026 market opportunities
- Develop and execute multi-year innovation strategies aligned with company vision
- Lead scenario planning for global market shifts and disruptive forces
- Collaborate with product teams to integrate future-ready solutions
- Present strategic insights to executive leadership and stakeholders
- Establish partnerships with academic institutions and innovation hubs
- Mentor junior futurists and build a future-thinking culture
Qualifications
- 10+ years in strategic innovation, futurism, or technology foresight
- Proven track record of launching breakthrough products/services
- Expertise in emerging technologies and market trend analysis
- Advanced degree in Strategic Foresight, Technology Management, or related field
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Innovation Management preferred
- Experience leading cross-functional teams in Fortune 500 settings
- Presentation skills to C-suite level executives
- Published thought leadership in futurism/innovation