Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of technological evolution as we architect the AI-powered future for 2026. As our AI Strategy Director, you'll lead cross-functional teams to develop next-generation AI frameworks that redefine industry standards. This pivotal role requires visionary thinking and execution excellence to transform theoretical AI capabilities into scalable business solutions.
We offer competitive equity packages, cutting-edge R&D resources, and a culture where your ideas shape tomorrow's innovations. Located in Austin's tech corridor, you'll collaborate with Nobel laureates and disruptors building the post-2025 digital landscape.
Responsibilities
- Architect AI roadmaps aligning with 2026 technological inflection points
- Lead enterprise-wide AI transformation initiatives across 15+ business units
- Establish governance frameworks for ethical AI deployment and regulatory compliance
- Drive partnerships with quantum computing and neuromorphic hardware pioneers
- Mentor a 20-person team of ML researchers and data scientists
- Secure $50M+ annual R&D budget through strategic stakeholder alignment
Qualifications
- 15+ years in AI/ML with 5+ years in C-suite strategy roles
- Published research in top-tier AI conferences (NeurIPS, ICML)
- Proven track record scaling AI initiatives to $1B+ revenue impact
- Deep expertise in federated learning and explainable AI systems
- PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, or equivalent technical field
- Security clearance preferred for defense-contract collaborations