Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological innovation as we architect the digital landscape of 2026. We seek a visionary Senior Futurist Engineer to spearhead cutting-edge R&D in quantum computing, AI ethics, and sustainable tech infrastructure. This role demands a blend of technical expertise and strategic foresight to shape products that will define the next decade.
As a key member of our Innovation Division, you'll collaborate with world-class researchers to prototype breakthrough solutions while mentoring junior engineers. Our culture values intellectual curiosity, rapid iteration, and impact-driven innovation.
Responsibilities
- Lead research initiatives in quantum algorithms and next-gen AI architectures
- Design scalable frameworks for 2026-era IoT ecosystems
- Develop ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous systems
- Prototype blockchain solutions for decentralized finance (DeFi) evolution
- Partner with product teams to roadmap 5-year technology horizons
- Mentor engineers on emerging tech standards and security protocols
- Present findings at industry conferences and academic symposiums
Qualifications
- 10+ years in software engineering with 5+ in emerging tech
- PhD or equivalent in Computer Science/AI/Quantum Physics
- Published research in top-tier journals (NeurIPS, Nature, etc.)
- Expertise in Python, TensorFlow, and quantum computing frameworks
- Proven track record of shipping production-level AI systems
- Deep knowledge of ISO/IEC 42001 AI governance standards
- Experience with cross-continental agile development
- Portfolio demonstrating 3+ disruptive technology launches