Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we shape the future of 2026. We seek a visionary Innovation Strategist to architect next-generation solutions that redefine industries. This role demands a blend of foresight, technical expertise, and entrepreneurial drive to transform emerging trends into market-leading innovations. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to incubate breakthrough ideas and drive our roadmap for the next decade.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute 2026 innovation roadmaps aligned with market trends and business objectives
- Lead cross-functional teams in prototyping and validating next-gen technologies (AI, quantum computing, biotech)
- Conduct horizon scanning to identify disruptive opportunities and competitive threats
- Drive strategic partnerships with startups, academia, and industry leaders
- Present innovation portfolios to C-suite and board stakeholders
- Mentor R&D teams in agile methodologies and rapid experimentation
- Measure and optimize innovation ROI through KPI frameworks
Qualifications
- 10+ years in innovation strategy, product development, or R&D leadership
- Proven track record of launching tech-driven products/services
- Expertise in emerging technologies (AI, blockchain, AR/VR)
- Strategic thinking with ability to translate trends into actionable plans
- Experience scaling teams in high-growth tech environments
- Strong financial acumen for innovation budgeting and ROI modeling
- PhD or advanced degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or Business