Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations Group at the forefront of technological evolution! We're seeking an AI Futurist & Strategic Innovation Lead to architect our 2026 digital transformation roadmap. This visionary role bridges bleeding-edge AI research with enterprise strategy, driving next-generation solutions across quantum computing, autonomous systems, and human-AI collaboration.
Why Nexus? We're a B-Corp certified tech incubator with $2B+ in portfolio companies. Our team pioneers breakthroughs in ethical AI, climate tech, and neuro-interfaces. You'll lead a cross-disciplinary squad of PhDs, designers, and engineers while shaping industry standards for responsible innovation.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 AI/ML strategic roadmap aligned with market disruption forecasts
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping quantum-resistant algorithms
- Architect human-centric AI frameworks for ethical deployment
- Partner with C-suite to forecast tech disruption vectors
- Drive innovation sprints for next-gen autonomous systems
- Present future-state visions to Fortune 500 clients and investors
- Establish KPIs for measuring AI maturity and ROI in 2026 ecosystems
Qualifications
- 15+ years in AI/ML with 5+ years in strategic foresight roles
- Published research in top-tier AI journals (NeurIPS, ICML, Nature AI)
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and quantum computing
- Proven track record scaling AI initiatives from prototype to enterprise deployment
- Certified in AI ethics frameworks (IEEE, EU AI Act compliance)
- Experience with neuro-symbolic AI and explainable AI systems
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field
- Portfolio demonstrating 2026+ technology roadmaps