Job Description
Join Nexus Horizon Labs at the forefront of technological evolution for 2026. We're seeking an AI Futurist Strategist to architect tomorrow's digital landscape. As a pioneer in quantum-adjacent AI and decentralized systems, you'll transform theoretical frameworks into actionable blueprints that redefine human-machine symbiosis. Our Austin-based incubator operates at the intersection of neuroscience, quantum computing, and ethical AI development.
This role offers unparalleled access to our 2026 Innovation Lab, where you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disrupt engineers to prototype solutions for climate resilience, neuro-interfaces, and post-scarcity economics. We provide competitive equity, unlimited R&D budget, and flexible remote-first work arrangements.
Responsibilities
- Develop 2026 AI roadmaps integrating quantum machine learning and neuromorphic computing
- Lead cross-disciplinary teams in prototyping sentient AI systems with ethical guardrails
- Architect decentralized frameworks for autonomous decision-making ecosystems
- Establish KPIs for measuring AI's impact on human cognitive augmentation
- Partner with policy councils to shape AI governance frameworks for 2026+
- Drive research in quantum-resistant cryptography and post-quantum AI security
- Present visionary blueprints to Fortune 500 C-suite executives and UN technology councils
Qualifications
- PhD in AI, Quantum Computing, or Cognitive Science with 5+ years industry experience
- Published research in Nature/Science on quantum neural networks or AGI alignment
- Expertise in Python, TensorFlow Quantum, and neuromorphic hardware (Loihi, TrueNorth)
- Proven track record of deploying AI systems affecting >1M users
- Deep understanding of Fermi Paradox solutions and existential risk mitigation
- Experience with ISO 42001 AI management systems and IEEE 7000 ethics standards
- Portfolio of 2026+ technology whitepapers or patent filings