Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're seeking visionary AI Futurists to architect the digital landscape of 2026 and beyond. You'll pioneer next-generation AI frameworks, lead cross-disciplinary innovation sprints, and shape our strategic roadmap for autonomous systems, quantum computing integration, and human-AI symbiosis. This role demands radical creativity, technical mastery, and the ability to translate futuristic concepts into actionable blueprints.
Our Austin-based innovation hub offers unparalleled resources for prototyping bleeding-edge technologies, with access to quantum simulators, neuromorphic computing clusters, and immersive AR/VR development labs. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates, startup founders, and government think tanks to define humanity's technological trajectory.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement AI roadmaps targeting 2026-2030 technological inflection points
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing quantum-encrypted AI frameworks
- Conduct horizon scanning for emerging technologies (neuromorphic chips, synthetic biology AI)
- Architect human-AI symbiosis protocols for enterprise and societal applications
- Present strategic futures to C-suite executives and government innovation councils
- Pioneer ethical AI governance frameworks for autonomous decision systems
- Develop patentable innovations in generative AI and predictive modeling
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Computer Science, or Futurism with 5+ years applied research experience
- Published work in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML) or futurist journals
- Expertise in quantum machine learning and neuromorphic architectures
- Proven track record of launching disruptive AI products from concept to market
- Deep understanding of emerging tech convergence points (AI + biotech + energy)
- Certification in Futures Methodology (e.g., Horizon Scanning, Delphi Studies)
- Portfolio demonstrating visionary technology roadmaps or patent innovations