Job Description
Join NextGen Horizons as we architect the technological landscape of 2026. We're seeking an AI Futurist to spearhead breakthrough initiatives in quantum-integrated machine learning and ethical autonomous systems. This role bridges theoretical research with real-world deployment, shaping how humanity interacts with intelligent ecosystems.
Our Austin hub operates at the intersection of neuroscience and artificial intelligence, offering unparalleled resources for prototyping and scaling solutions that will define the next decade. You'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and Silicon Valley pioneers to build frameworks for sustainable, human-centric AI.
Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional teams in developing 2026-specific AI roadmaps for healthcare and climate modeling
- Design ethical frameworks for autonomous decision-making systems in high-stakes industries
- Prototype quantum-ML architectures using advanced Python frameworks and cloud-native infrastructure
- Present strategic foresight insights to Fortune 500 partners and government agencies
- Drive open-source initiatives that democratize access to next-gen AI tools
- Mentor researchers in emerging fields like neuro-symbolic integration
Qualifications
- PhD in Computer Science, Cognitive Science, or related field with 5+ years applied AI research
- Published work in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML, ICLR) or equivalent impact
- Expertise in transformer architectures, reinforcement learning, and MLOps
- Proven track record of deploying production-scale ML systems in regulated environments
- Strong background in ethical AI governance and bias mitigation
- Experience with quantum computing frameworks (Qiskit, Cirq) or equivalent
- Exceptional communication skills for technical and non-technical stakeholders