Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we redefine the boundaries of human-machine interaction. We're seeking a visionary AI Futurist to architect our 2026 innovation roadmap, blending cutting-edge AI research with strategic foresight. This role sits at the intersection of technology, ethics, and business strategy, requiring someone who thrives on ambiguity and transforms futuristic concepts into actionable blueprints.
You'll lead cross-functional teams in prototyping next-gen AI systems while ensuring alignment with emerging societal trends and regulatory landscapes. The ideal candidate will leverage predictive modeling to identify paradigm shifts in automation, quantum computing, and human-AI collaboration.
Why Nexus? We offer unparalleled resources to pursue moonshot projects, including dedicated research labs, industry partnerships with NASA and MIT, and a culture that celebrates calculated risks. Our San Francisco hub features state-of-the-art facilities with biometric workspaces and immersive VR collaboration suites.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the 2026 AI innovation strategy, mapping technological convergence points across industries
- Lead quantum-AI hybrid system prototyping with 50+ research scientists
- Author annual Horizon Reports predicting AI's societal impact through 2030
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making systems
- Partner with C-suite to integrate foresight into product roadmaps
- Curate exclusive FutureTech Summit featuring Nobel laureates and policy shapers
- Mentor emerging AI ethicists through our NextGen Fellows program
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science/AI with 8+ years in applied research or equivalent breakthrough work
- Published work on quantum machine learning or AGI alignment
- Proven track record of translating futuristic concepts into commercial products
- Deep expertise in predictive modeling of technological singularity scenarios
- Experience advising Fortune 100 boards on AI disruption readiness
- Fluency in at least one quantum programming language (Q# or Qiskit)
- Portfolio demonstrating ethical AI system design implementations
- Global keynote speaker at major tech conferences (TED, Web Summit)