Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of tomorrow's revolution. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Futurist to architect our next decade of innovation. You'll decode emerging tech trends, shape product roadmaps, and lead cross-functional teams to build solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role blends strategic foresight with hands-on execution in our cutting-edge Silicon Valley hub.
Responsibilities
- Forecast and analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum computing, biotech) through 2026+
- Develop strategic innovation roadmaps aligned with 5-year market projections
- Lead cross-functional R&D sprints for prototype development
- Present future-vision insights to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Collaborate with engineering teams to implement speculative technologies
- Build competitive intelligence frameworks for 2030 market landscapes
- Mentor junior futurists in trend synthesis methodologies
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Expertise in horizon scanning and scenario planning frameworks
- Published thought leadership on future tech trends (2025-2030)
- Proficiency in AI trend analysis tools and data visualization
- Experience leading cross-continental innovation teams
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Systems Engineering, or equivalent
- Portfolio of successful product launches from trend insights
- Deep understanding of ethical implications of emerging tech