Job Description
Join Nexus Horizons at the forefront of shaping tomorrow's reality. We're seeking a visionary Senior Futurist to decode emerging technologies, societal shifts, and market disruptions for 2026 and beyond. This role combines deep technical acumen with strategic foresight to guide our product roadmap and client innovations. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop actionable insights from AI to quantum computing, ensuring our solutions remain 3 steps ahead of the curve.
Our ideal candidate thrives at the intersection of technology and human behavior, leveraging data-driven methodologies to predict future trends. With competitive compensation, equity, and unparalleled growth opportunities, this is your chance to architect the future.
Responsibilities
- Analyze emerging tech trends (AI, quantum, biotech) and societal shifts to create 2026+ strategic roadmaps
- Lead cross-functional workshops to translate foresight into product innovation
- Develop predictive models using machine learning and scenario planning techniques
- Present insights to C-suite executives and external stakeholders at industry conferences
- Build and maintain a global network of futurists, academics, and industry pioneers
- Author thought leadership content and publish in top-tier tech publications
- Mentor junior futurists and drive innovation culture across the organization
Qualifications
- 8+ years in strategic foresight, innovation consulting, or R&D leadership
- Advanced degree in Futures Studies, Computer Science, or related field
- Proven track record of predicting market disruptions (portfolio required)
- Expertise in scenario planning, horizon scanning, and trend analysis methodologies
- Strong programming skills (Python/R) for data modeling and trend visualization
- Exceptional communication skills with executive-level presentation experience
- Published thought leadership in tech or business futurism
- Experience with blockchain, AR/VR, or climate tech ecosystems preferred