Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons Inc. as a Future Innovation Strategist and shape tomorrow's disruptive technologies today. We're seeking a visionary thinker to lead cross-functional teams in developing groundbreaking solutions for 2026 and beyond. This role combines cutting-edge foresight methodologies with agile execution to transform emerging trends into market-ready innovations. Work alongside industry pioneers in our state-of-the-art San Francisco hub, where your strategic insights will directly influence our product roadmap and industry direction.
Responsibilities
- Lead horizon scanning and trend analysis to identify emerging technologies with 2026 market potential
- Develop future-focused product roadmaps integrating AI, biotech, and quantum computing
- Facilitate cross-functional workshops with R&D, engineering, and business units
- Create competitive intelligence frameworks for next-generation market disruptions
- Present strategic recommendations to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Oversee pilot programs for prototype innovations in controlled environments
- Build partnerships with academic institutions and innovation labs
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Futures Studies, Innovation Management, or related field
- 5+ years experience in strategic foresight or technology innovation roles
- Expertise in scenario planning and trend analysis methodologies
- Proven track record translating future trends into actionable business strategies
- Strong data visualization and presentation skills for complex concepts
- Experience with agile development and rapid prototyping environments
- Certification in Futures Thinking or Innovation Management preferred