Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of tomorrow's disruption. We're seeking a visionary 2026 Innovation Strategist to architect our next-generation technology roadmap and pioneer solutions for the post-quantum era. This role demands a blend of futuristic foresight, technical depth, and business acumen to transform emerging paradigms into market-defining products.
Why Nexus Horizons? We're a Silicon Valley trailblazer specializing in quantum-resistant cryptography, autonomous systems, and biotech convergence. Our culture thrives on audacious innovation, with 87% of revenue reinvested into R&D.
Responsibilities
- Architect 2026 technology roadmaps across AI ethics, quantum computing, and synthetic biology
- Lead cross-functional labs prototyping next-gen human-computer interfaces
- Develop future-proof compliance frameworks for regulatory uncertainty
- Partner with venture capital arms to scout emerging exponential technologies
- Deliver quarterly trend briefings to C-suite on paradigm shifts
- Mentor innovation teams in speculative design methodologies
- Secure $5M+ annual R&D funding through visionary proposals
Qualifications
- 10+ years in tech strategy with 5+ years in exponential technologies
- PhD or equivalent in computational science/systems engineering
- Published work on quantum algorithms or biotech convergence
- Track record of launching products with $10M+ ARR
- Deep expertise in regulatory foresight (FDA, FCC, NIST)
- Proficiency in scenario planning tools (e.g., Gartner Hype Cycle)
- Fluency in at least two programming languages (Python/Julia preferred)
- Portfolio demonstrating speculative design artifacts