Founder jobs in Laguna Niguel, CA

Substack is building a new economic engine for culture, giving the brightest, most interesting and creative people on the internet the power of their own publishing platform. It empowers creators with financial autonomy, ownership and a direct connection to their communities. Substack's model, based on direct subscriptions, has fueled an explosion of independent publishing and is revolutionizing culture. As the Head of Lifestyle Partnerships, you will be responsible for developing and leading strategic programs and initiatives to activate creators across the fashion and beauty industries, reach new audiences, and bring new subscribers into the Substack network. In this role, you'll be a leader on the Partnerships team, overseeing strategy, budget and goal execution for your market. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, creative thinker, with a deep interest in supporting creators, shaping culture and deeply connected within the fashion and beauty industries. They'll be a self-starter who is ok with shifting priorities and eager to make an impact in a fast-paced, startup environment - able to both set ambitious strategy and goals and also execute on those goals.. They will be comfortable interfacing with creators, industry leaders and talent management. They will possess experience managing direct reports, and building and iterating on programs that can eventually scale across markets. This role reports to the Head of Partnerships and is based in New York City or Los Angeles. Responsibilities: Creator acquisition across multiple lifestyle creator segments (fashion, beauty, food, health). Relationship development with gatekeepers (agents, managers, editors, writers). Display market leadership in the lifestyle creator economy. Develop strategic programs for the market in service of activating creators and bringing new users to Substack. Be a leader on the Partnerships team, working cross-functionally with the communications, product business operations and leadership teams to build and execute programs for the market, and for the Substack brand. Requirements: Excellent written, verbal, and diplomatic skills, with a sharp attention to detail. Experience managing a team. Comfortable working with data, and using it to measure impact and develop stronger programs A voracious reader and subscriber to Substacks, with a keen sense of the evolving tech and media landscape. The ability to work quickly and effectively while managing several projects under deadline. Strong people skills, with experience working directly with creators 8-10 years of professional experience in publishing, tech or fashion/beauty industry Substack's compensation package includes a market-competitive salary, equity for all full-time roles, and exceptional benefits. Our cash compensation salary range for this role is $200K - $250K /year. Multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, determine final offer amounts and may vary from the amounts listed above. Substack is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or transgender status), age, national origin, veteran or disability status. We're seeking people passionate about enabling independent expression and building a better business model for creators. If you want to see what media, communities, and content can become when unmoored from advertising models, and you have the skills and experience to contribute, we'd love to meet you. Please see our Privacy Notice for details regarding Substack's collection and use of personal information relating to the application and recruitment process by clicking here.

Yappy is a Marketing and Sales Intelligence platform which uses machine learning to increase sales. We open up a wide array of channels for our customers (website chat, SMS, Facebook Messenger, Email, and Voice) and then layer in machine learning intelligence to streamline their pipeline and help identify opportunities. Job Description Are you a business development professional with startup/Fundraising experience? If so, read on... We are building a platform that leverages cutting edge technologies to help companies provide better customer service and ultimately sell more. Top Reasons to Work with Us Get in on the ground floor Own our technology! Help companies be the best they can be Main Responsibilities Identifying new sales leads Pitching products and/or services Maintaining fruitful relationships with existing customers Daily responsibilities Researching organisations and individuals online (especially on social media) to identify new leads and potential new markets Researching the needs of other companies and learn who makes decisions about purchasing Contacting potential clients via email or phone to establish rapport and set up meetings Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events Preparing PowerPoint presentations and sales displays Contacting clients to inform them about new developments in the company's products Developing quotes and proposals Negotiating and renegotiating by phone, email, and in person Developing sales goals for the team and ensuring they are met Training personnel and helping team members develop their skills Qualifications Socially adept Good with numbers Able to provide quality leadership to a team of sales people Strong communication and IT fluency Creative talents and the ability to solve tough problems In-depth knowledge of the industry and its current events The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines Skill in prioritizing and triaging obligations Attention to detail Excellent time management and organisation Additional Information Creative problem solver Ability to adapt. An ideal candidate will welcome the opportunity to solve a broad range of problems using a wide array of technologies. Comfortable with ambiguity, shifting priorities and general growth pains of an early-stage technology company Exceptional entrepreneurial judgment that fosters independence over micro-management Strong work ethic and ability to deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced work environment Detail oriented and organized with superior analytical abilities Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills Compensation will be a package of Salary, Bonus and Equity depending upon experience and quantifiable contributions to profitability

What we're looking for Seeking a talented individual to head our engineering team. Given our current scale, we expect this individual to be writing code and leading the engineering charge. They'll also be in charge of hiring an engineering team (we've allocated budget for team build). We have an MVP that we've build with outsourced engineers and are looking to bring everything in-house as we scale. This is an incredible opportunity to get in on the ground floor of an industry-defining company. Responsibilities Help guide our overall strategy from a technical point of view Manage the entire software development process from conception to deployment Work with our current technical partners to begin bringing engineering in-house Build and manage a team of engineers Implement repeatable framework to write, build, deploy, and test software Implement systems for platform security and support Create technical documentation to build organizational knowledge Stay up-to-date on the latest in the industry to ensure we're taking advantage of all technical “building blocks” being created in web3 Qualifications Past Work Prior experience leading an engineering team at a venture-backed startup Demonstrated ability to think creatively about product roadmap and integration Past experience in eCommerce or Web3 is a plus Full Stack Front end: React, Next.js, Alchemy & Moralis, Polaris (Shopify components) Back end: PHP, Koa js, AWS S3, SES, cloudfront, MySQL, Redis for caching, Shopify SDK, Graphql Basic design ability: Including knowledge of UI/UX and basic prototype design. 3D asset creation and integration a plus but not required Server: Experience working with Nginx or Apache servers with a solid background in Linux Solidity Strong knowledge of Ethereum standards and Solidity programming language Ability to integrate and deploy Layer 2 Ethereum protocol solutions Understanding of EVM and its functionality Proven past development of NFT smart contracts A passion for cryptocurrency, NFTs, and blockchain dapps Project Management Strong communication skills to coordinate with team members, vendors and management Analytical, computer, math and problem-solving skills to be able to use software and to explain the software Organizational skills and time management skills to keep projects on track to the finish Project managing skills to start projects and finish projects successfully

Join Nanonets to push the boundaries of what's possible with deep learning. We're not just implementing models - we're setting new benchmarks in document AI, with our open-source models achieving nearly 1 million downloads on Hugging Face and recognition from global AI leaders. Backed by $40M+ in total funding including our recent $29M Series B from Accel, alongside Elevation Capital and Y Combinator, we're scaling our deep learning capabilities to serve enterprise clients including Toyota, Boston Scientific, and Bill.com. You'll work on genuinely challenging problems at the intersection of computer vision, NLP, and generative AI. Here's a quick 1-minute intro video. About the Role: We're looking for a Founder's Office hire -who will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our growth and customer acquisition strategy, translating business objectives into measurable outcomes. You'll work directly with the founders to define and execute our customer acquisition and go-to-market strategy. If you enjoy working in high-velocity environments where you can move from data analysis to creative experimentation in the same day, you'll fit right in. Responsibilities: Define and Own the Growth Strategy: Build and execute data-driven plans for acquisition, activation, and retention across paid, organic, and partnership channels. Run Growth Campaigns End-to-End: Plan, launch, and optimize paid media initiatives (search, social, display, and partnerships) focused on driving measurable business outcomes. Shape Messaging and Market Positioning: Collaborate with the founders and product teams to craft compelling narratives, landing pages, and marketing collateral that resonate with target customers. Optimize for Performance: Track and analyze campaign metrics, evaluate channel performance, and continuously refine the playbook to maximize ROI and scalability. Create High-Impact Content: Oversee technical and non-technical content creation - from marketing decks to customer stories - ensuring consistency in tone and clarity. Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with product, design, and leadership to align GTM efforts and ensure seamless customer experiences. Experiment and Innovate: Identify new channels, tools, and growth opportunities - running quick experiments to validate and scale what works. Qualifications: MBA from an accredited B school and background in Consulting 5-7 years of overall experience Experience in an early-stage environment or SaaS company; ex-founder experience is a strong plus. Analytical mindset with a data-driven approach to problem-solving. Additional Information: Hybrid role, (twice a week in our Palo Alto office), based in the Bay Area, CA. Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is $150,000 - $250,0000 per year. Thinking of applying? Try our resume builder- it's free, fast, and tailored to help you stand out.

About WingWing is one of the world's largest virtual talent companies, venture-backed and based in San Francisco. Leveraging our scale, millions of applicants, and other operational expertise, we're launching a dedicated AI data labeling & annotation subsidiary, empowering exceptional people to play a defining role in training the next generation of AI. We're hiring a Former Founder to run this business end-to-end. The role title is flexible (though, ideally GM or something in this vein) About the RoleYou will own P&L, strategy, go-to-market, delivery/quality, security & compliance, and team building. You'll build the business from zero, close key customers, help set up the operating engine, and report directly to Wing's CEO. Responsibilities:- Acquire new business from AI labs and tier-1 tech companies via your network, digital/in-person outbound- Attend meetings, consultations, events, etc. in person as needed and build key relationships- Build durable relationships with researchers, data/infra leaders, procurement, and legal; expand accounts- Own the business plan, pricing, margin targets, forecasting, and budget adherence.- Report on progress to senior leadership Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and operational rigor Requirements:- Technical, strong grasp of AI concepts and ability/willingness to learn concepts at the bleeding edge of machine learning. - Former CEO, ideally having gone through top programs such as ycombinator, etc.-Primarily located in San Francisco, CA, with a willingness to travel around Northern California, the United States, and internationally as needed- Bachelor's degree in any discipline, ideally from a top institution- Outgoing, social, gregarious personality, willingness, and capability to build relationships- Great management skills: you will, to an extent, be responsible for a giant piece of an entire business unit and all that comes with it, people management, budgets, interfacing with finance, legal, operations, and more- Strong preference for someone who's been hands on with Sales- Proven builder of multidisciplinary teams; excellent stakeholder management- Digital native (Google Workspace, Sheets, CRM) Nice-to-haves:- Experience selling to or operating within AI labs (RLHF, red-teaming, evals, multimodal)- Experience founding a company in the data space. - Strong interest and understanding in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and LLMs$170,000 - $250,000 a year Benefits & Compensation:- Base compensation: $170K-$250K, with increases as the business grows- Equity: generous grant vested over 4 years- Performance Bonus: Strong performers can expect $300K-$1M+ in additional annual cash and equity on top of base for closing and expanding enterprise deals- A $1K monthly allowance for meals- Company-sponsored Equinox membership- Health insurance Note: please ignore any interview assessment automated emails, if any. They do not apply to this role.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Job Description Redlands Chamber of Commerce works with hundreds of business owners every day! If you haven't found your perfect match today, it doesn't mean that we won't have a job for you tomorrow. We'll ensure you're on our radar, ready to seize any upcoming opportunities that align with your skills and aspirations. Please leave your resume with us and we will keep you in our database and candidate pool for any future openings. We will act as your liaison with local business owners because we want you to succeed! Consider us your bridge to success in the local business community. We're here to champion your journey toward achievement!

At Toma, we're building something unorthodox-a fully AI-driven workforce for the $2T automotive space. Our small team (from Scale AI/Uber, Braze, Columbia, Berkeley, and Waterloo) spent months living and breathing dealerships to learn the ropes. We've built an in-house voice AI and agentic workflow orchestration platform, grown $100k ARR MoM purely through word-of-mouth, and raised capital from the best of the best investors in Silicon Valley on our way to create the world's first “ghost dealerships.” About this Role We are seeking a non-technical Ex-Founder with experience in turning ideas into revenue-generating companies. If you are a former founder and you want to help make Toma a billion-dollar company by any means necessary, this is the right role for you. Responsibilities Whatever you are good at Whatever we need Required Qualifications Founding (co-founder/1-10th employee) experience at a startup with over $50k ARR Preferred Qualifications Founding (co-founder/1-10th employee) experience at a startup with over $500k ARR Experience building AI companies Benefits Free lunch and dinner in the office Free health and dental insurance Free trips around the country for customer visits

About the Role AI Fund is launching a new venture in and seeking a Founder in Residence (FIR) to lead it from concept to company. This is a ground-floor opportunity for a product-oriented, technical builder with proven 0-1 product experience to shape, execute, and scale a venture. As Founder in Residence, you will define the product vision, lead technical execution, and serve as the company's CEO. You'll apply deep GenAI expertise and product intuition to solve meaningful user problems-working in close partnership with a Product Builder, Technical Builder, and AI Fund leadership. This role demands high ownership, rapid iteration in ambiguous environments, and a founder mindset. About PC: EmbedFi is bringing a modern diligence stack to the lease and loan process for SMBs looking to get essential hardware and materials for their operations- from IT to construction equipment. Currently, hardware manufacturers offer steep terms or push small businesses to retail channels because it's too risky and too costly to diligence those businesses. EmbedFi provides the ticket to entry for SMB's by providing trusted, comprehensive risk analysis that enables them to get great terms fast and build trust by working with multiple lenders over the lifetime of their business.What You'll Do: Lead technical execution from early experimentation through MVP Partner with a Product Builder to define and evolve the product vision Explore and apply the latest GenAI capabilities to real-world use cases Build and ship prototypes using LLMs, agents, RAG pipelines, eval frameworks, and more Architect scalable, full-stack systems using modern cloud infrastructure Engage directly with users to gather insights, iterate rapidly, and refine the product Operate with a founder mindset, making bold decisions with incomplete data and driving execution forward Set and maintain a high bar for engineering and product quality while moving fast Required Qualifications: Strong technical fluency in GenAI, LLMs, and modern ML frameworks Hands-on experience shipping full-stack, cloud-native applications Proven track record of building and launching 0-1 products Comfortable leading in ambiguity and acting without perfect information Strong cross-functional collaboration skills (product, design, GTM) Excellent leadership and communication skills that inspire alignment and trust Nice To have: Prior startup or founding engineer experience Familiarity with fundraising or technical stakeholder communication Domain expertise in the SMB Fintech space What Sets You Apart: Initiative & Grit: You own outcomes, move fast, and thrive in chaotic environments User-Obsessed: You actively seek feedback and design with the end user in mind Scrappy & Resourceful: You deliver results despite constraints Technically Curious: You continuously explore new tools and approaches, applying them creatively Builder Energy: You're energized by creating from scratch and making bold bets If you're a hands-on technical leader eager to co-found and build a GenAI venture from the ground up, we'd love to meet you.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Why Casca? Casca is building AGI for banking. We're replacing decades-old legacy systems with AI-native technology that automates 90% of the manual work humans once had to do. Founder's Associate Drive strategic initiatives and scale operations alongside leadership at Casca as we revolutionize the $7T lending industry. This is your chance to be the CEO's right hand during our most critical scaling phase. You'll be the glue that keeps our fast-moving team aligned and executing flawlessly as we build the future of lending. From streamlining internal processes to orchestrating cross-team initiatives, you'll tackle the challenges that determine whether we scale efficiently or break under rapid growth. What you'll do: Manage CEO priorities and special projects, ensuring critical initiatives stay on track while maintaining focus on core business objectives Drive cross-functional alignment and communication, breaking down silos between teams and ensuring everyone is working toward shared goals Own internal operations spanning executive team coordination and strategic planning processes Partner directly with the CEO on critical operational initiatives including team scaling and process optimization Lead internal projects that drive operational excellence, from implementing new systems to streamlining workflows across all teams What you bring: 3+ years of management consulting experience at a leading firm (McKinsey, Bain, BCG, etc.) or strategic roles at high-growth tech companies Proven ability to structure complex operational challenges, build scalable processes, and drive execution in fast-paced startup environments Experience managing internal operations, team coordination, or chief of staff responsibilities at high-growth companies Strong analytical skills with ability to work across both quantitative analysis and qualitative strategic thinking Exceptional communication skills and ability to coordinate across all levels of the organization, from individual contributors to executive leadership Bonus points: Previous founder's office, chief of staff, or CEO assistant experience at a scaling startup Experience building internal operations during rapid team growth (30+ to 200+ employees) Background in fintech, banking, or lending industry What you'll get: Impact & Ownership: A unique opportunity to shape the future of banking through AI, owning end-to-end product initiatives. Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a talented and passionate team that values continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. Competitive Compensation: Includes salary, benefits, and potential equity in a fast-growing startup. Professional Growth: Access to resources and mentorship to expand your skill set, influence strategy, and accelerate your career. Culture of Innovation: We encourage risk-taking, learning from failures, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in fintech. As an early-stage company building at the frontier of AI, we work with high intensity and commitment. While schedules can vary by role/team, many weeks will demand extra focus, flexibility and time particularly during major launches and high impact sprints. We're seeking those who are aligned to and able to commit to that expectation.

⚠️ Please read first This is a full-time, in-person role based in San Francisco (Presidio) - we work from the office 5 days a week. You must be based in the Bay Area or willing to relocate before starting. We require US work authorisation, but are open to O-1 visa sponsorship for truly exceptional candidates. ex-YC founder @ wordware being real: something didn't work out? we get it. we're looking for founders who still have that fire and want to join something that's still early but some things are working the actual opportunity: we've had 400k sign-ups and raised the biggest seed out of YC ($30m). we're defining a new category (natural language ai development) and need people who know what it takes to build something huge. you've been through the trenches - now help us navigate ours. the bigger picture: we're not just talking to traditional developers. we're reaching the next 500 million people who will be "coding" with plain english - lawyers, designers, product managers, founders, and domain experts of all kinds. you know how hard this kind of opportunity is to find. you probably: ran a YC company (obviously) know what worked and what didn't still want to build something massive can wear multiple hats understand both technical and business sides ps: we're backed by spark capital, felicis, and y combinator ($30m seed - biggest out of YC round) but we still work like a seed startup. you'll be one of the first people showing the world how to build with AI in plain english.

Job Description Founder in Residence Initio Capital Full Time Remote | San Francisco, CA, United States The Opportunity There's nothing more exciting than being in a start-up. The challenges abound, but the comradery amongst peers is unlike any other career environment. One day your tasked with one focused project and the next, it may shift entirely. That's unsettling for some, but not for you. Initio Capital encourages employees to take risks, think like entrepreneurs, and innovate within their roles. If you want to be a part of a company who embraces change and agility while encouraging flexibility and adaptation to new circumstances, keep reading. Competitive and focused, our team is on a mission to deliver excellence. We also know that this can only be accomplished by supporting our employee growth and development. By providing frequent feedback and consistently measuring progress, we've discovered the recipe for success that's delivered year over year growth since our first year of business. This a culture of winning. At Initio Capital we breed winners. Responsibilities Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve company goals. Lead and inspire a small team to drive innovation and growth. Monitor financial performance and ensure efficient resource allocation. Implement performance metrics to measure success and drive accountability. Identify and evaluate new business opportunities and partnerships. Drive customer acquisition and retention strategies. Experience/Qualifications Proven track record in founding or leading a startup in finance or insurance. Strong strategic planning skills with ability to drive company goals. Exceptional ability to inspire and lead small, dynamic teams. Experience in financial performance monitoring and resource allocation. Proficiency in implementing performance metrics for accountability. Skilled in identifying and evaluating new business opportunities. What's in it for you? (Salary, Commissions & Benefits) Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely from anywhere, including the vibrant city of San Francisco! Stay healthy and secure with our comprehensive health insurance plan. Plan for your future with our robust retirement plan, helping you save for the life you want. Unlock your potential for growth with our enticing stock options, giving you a stake in our success. Benefit from a competitive compensation package that includes a base salary and commission opportunities. Initio Capital supports a workforce of diverse backgrounds and encompasses policies and initiatives designed to help all employees feel welcomed and well-equipped to succeed in their positions. We also appreciate every application we receive, but due to our overwhelming response, will only be able to contact those who are in consideration for the position.

About UsPlatform Venture Studio (platformstud.io) was created for founders by founders. We provide the infrastructure for founders from all backgrounds to build groundbreaking companies that tackle the world's biggest problems. Our tried and true methodology helps startups reach escape velocity faster, cheaper, and while having a lot more fun. Our studio team does real work, we don't waste time, and we've seen the traps that most startups fall into so we can help you steer clear of the potholes along the way. Platform's creators, serial entrepreneur Jeremy Burton and 2020 Midas List investor Tim Connors, have 60+ years of combined experience developing highly successful startups. In addition to support from our studio team and other portfolio companies, we have an 80,000+ strong community of coaches, investors, future customers, and advisors for you to lean on. We value results. We worship data. We don't chase fads. We build companies that change the world for the better. About the Founder-in-Residence Role A Founder-in-Residence (or "FIR") is an entrepreneur we partner with to build a venture-backed company that solves an Unmet Need. Typically, we begin a partnership with a FIR to develop an idea that is still in its infancy Please review our Founder Deck here for more information: ************************************* If you have already raised capital, or already found product-market fit and your unit economics work, then you are likely too late for our Founder-in-Residence program. We do make a select few traditional pre-seed investments in highly thematic companies. If you are interested in pitching for direct investment, please use Platform's DeckSend tool to send your deck for consideration: *************************************** We recommend reviewing this blog post prior to applying to determine if it makes sense for you to apply: ********************************************************************** What Platform FIR's Get Validated startup idea: A clear, unmet need in the real estate market with significant de-risking. Initial capital and access to our investor network: You will receive the funding needed to get off the ground and the backing of our extensive network of investors. Tried and true glide-path to success: We provide a roadmap of specific, measurable milestones to guide your journey, based on our extensive experience in building startups Talented, flexible, remote-first studio team: Our team brings deep expertise in design, engineering, research, talent, and growth to help you build, launch, and iterate efficiently. Shared ops, HR, and G&A functions: Including legal, finance, etc., to let you focus on building. Access to Platform Guild: Our network of ~80K trusted advisors and subject-matter experts. Coaching: Continuous guidance to keep you on track. Compensation: While the primary motivation to build a startup should be the upside from ownership, we will compensate you for your time. What We're Looking For Coachability: Being coachable is crucial for startup founders. It's about being open to learning, adapting, and growing from feedback. Successful founders refine their vision through continuous feedback, improving both their product and their sales strategies. Coachability keeps you aligned with the market, ready to pivot, and committed to solving problems in the best way possible. It's a key trait that shows you're ready for the startup journey. Sales Aptitude: Sales are everything in the early days of a startup. From fundraising to hiring to closing deals, everything revolves around selling. Instead of focusing on elaborate systems, start selling right away-get out there, make calls, and close deals. Sales aptitude is essential for getting your business off the ground. Ambiguity Tolerance: Embracing ambiguity is vital for startup founders. High ambiguity tolerance means being comfortable with uncertainty and staying adaptable. It's about moving forward confidently even when the path isn't clear, which is essential in the unpredictable world of startups. Venture-Backed & Tech Domain Knowledge: Experience in venture-backed startups and tech, including AI and Large Language Models (LLMs), is a significant advantage. It helps founders navigate the funding process, pitch to investors, and make smart technology choices, particularly in leveraging AI to enhance their products and services. Understanding LLMs allows founders to integrate advanced AI capabilities, improve user interactions, and scale their operations more effectively. This knowledge is crucial for building scalable systems, managing growth, and staying competitive in an increasingly AI-driven market. Note: Please do not pitch us in this application. We don't want to hear why you think your idea is the greatest thing ever. Instead, we want to hear about why you want to partner with us to solve a problem and engage in a process to discover the right solution. If you don't feel like you have a bulletproof, perfect answer to some of these questions, that's normal. Do your best and show your work. We most want to understand who you are: your story, your motivation for being a founder, why you care about the problem you're trying to solve, and how you think about and approach problem-solving. Take this opportunity to tell us who you are and let it serve as a reflective exercise for yourself as a founder.

About the Role This role sits at the intersection of talent scouting, venture creation, and ecosystem building. Instead of hiring for existing jobs, you'll identify and engage people who should be founders-and help shape the early teams that will build new startups. You will run the full lifecycle of founder discovery: mapping the ecosystem, sourcing prospects, forming relationships, conducting strategic conversations, and shaping early hypotheses around potential company formation. This is both strategic and hands-on, suited for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys experimenting with unconventional channels, and operates comfortably without step-by-step playbooks. Compensation: $180,000 - $200,000 base salary (negotiable based on experience) plus bonus and equity. Location: In-office in San Francisco, with flexibility for occasional remote work. Candidates must live in the San Francisco area and be willing to work primilarly onsite. What this company offer you: Medical Dental Paid Holidays Flexible PTO options 401(k) investment retirement account access The ability to shape the future of many tech company customers Opportunity to grow into more senior level roles with the company as we grow Responsibilities Lead a structured sourcing and engagement motion that identifies high-potential founders, operators, technologists, and builders. Design and manage a pipeline of future-founder talent, including outreach, relationship development, evaluation, and partner alignment. Conduct deep conversations that assess founder mindset, leadership style, risk tolerance, strategic thinking, and venture potential. Map and activate talent networks across startup, venture, product, engineering, consulting, and academic ecosystems. Create and refine narratives, touchpoints, and micro-experiences that attract entrepreneurial talent (content, dinners, events, roundtables, etc.). Explore non-traditional channels such as founder collectives, open source communities, operator networks, and early-stage programs. Work closely with leadership to synthesize signals, evaluate founder-market fit, and accelerate high-potential opportunities. Build a perspective on patterns of success and failure in early-stage talent, and use that insight to refine sourcing strategies. Maintain a fast, experimental approach to talent discovery-testing new tactics, iterating, and continuously optimizing for velocity and quality. Who You Are A high-energy, ecosystem-oriented operator who loves meeting people, exploring problems, and connecting dots across markets, technology, and talent. You enjoy autonomy, ambiguity, and extreme ownership. You can think strategically, communicate clearly, and move quickly between research, execution, and relationship building. Preferred Experience (3-6 years) Experience in one or more of the following areas: Venture capital (analyst, associate, platform, or fellowship programs) Strategy consulting or MBA-track roles with early-stage exposure Founder's Office, Strategy, or Chief of Staff roles in early-stage tech Early talent builders at small startups (first or second recruiter) Startup generalist roles with broad responsibility and fast execution Key Traits Highly extroverted, charismatic, and comfortable networking daily Sharp, fast learner who can synthesize information quickly Strategic thinker with the ability to discuss markets, theses, and ideas Creative problem-solver who enjoys experimentation Proactive operator who owns outcomes end-to-end Humble, curious, adaptable, and coachable What You Must Bring Ability to run sourcing motions independently without operational support Comfort navigating ambiguous, dynamic environments High emotional intelligence and conversational depth Strong writing, communication, and synthesis skills Ability to influence technical or entrepreneurial talent Who Will Not Be a Fit Traditional recruiters from large, process-driven environments Candidates who rely on rigid playbooks or structured orgs People looking to impose their own founder agenda Ego-driven “chief of staff” archetypes Talent that requires heavy direction, templates, or guardrails Where Strong Talent Often Comes From (Not requirements, just signals.) VC analyst/associate cohorts and platform programs Early-career founder-support roles at seed-stage companies Early-stage recruiters who operated with high independence Startup Chief of Staff / Founder's Office with genuine ecosystem orientation Recent grads (1-4 years out) from top universities with early-stage experience What You'll Gain A rare opportunity to influence multiple startups from day zero Direct access to founders, operators, and investors shaping new ventures Career pathways into company leadership, venture, or founding roles Competitive compensation and meaningful equity Ideal Profile Summary This role is not about running a talent acquisition function. It's about identifying high-potential founders before they start companies, building trusted relationships, and helping shape opportunities worth pursuing. The strongest fits tend to be: Early-career venture or strategy talent who wants to be closer to creation, or Small-startup generalists who “did everything” and thrive in unstructured work. If you enjoy thinking about markets, talking to entrepreneurial people, attending events, testing ideas, and building relationships that lead to company formation-this role offers an unusually high leverage platform. Who is Rainier Recruiting? Rainier Recruiting is a boutique, award winning national staffing agency and executive search firm. Using an approach that “treats every candidate like an executive search”, we offer positions in contract-to-hire, Full-Time, and executive search. Named the #1 Best Workplace in Washington State in 2022, recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm, and identified as a top recruitment firm by multiple business journals, Rainier Recruiting is fast becoming a respected company. We are no longer the “best recruiters you have never heard of”. Rainier Recruiting is also proud to share our clients have a 93% repeat business rate. Rainier Recruiting is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of every organization that we partner with.

Job DescriptionAbout UsAt Encord, we're building the AI infrastructure of the future. The biggest challenge AI companies face today is not half as glamorous as the outside world may think: it's all about data quality. In fact, the success of any AI application today relies on the quality of a model's data - and for 95% of teams, this essential step is both the most costly, and the most time-consuming, in getting their product to market. As ex-computer scientists, physicists, and quants, we felt first-hand how the lack of tools to prepare quality training data was impeding the progress of building AI. AI today is what the early days of computing or the internet were like, where the potential of the technology is clear, but the tools and processes surrounding it are still primitive, preventing the next generation of applications. This is why we started Encord. We are a talented and ambitious team of 100+, working at the cutting edge of multimodal AI and deep learning, backed by top investors, including Next47, CRV and YC, leading industry executives like Luc Vincent, former VP of AI at Meta, and other top Bay Area leaders in AI. We are one the fastest growing companies in our space, and consistently rated as the best tool in the market by our customers. We have big plans ahead and are looking for a rockstar Founder's Associate to join us and help us scale. The RoleThis is a unique opportunity for an ambitious, multi-talented individual who wants to see the inside of a fast-paced scaleup and work closely with the co-founders and senior team. The ideal candidate is a superstar who is willing to work hard, roll up their sleeves and support the founders in their day-to-day tasks, while learning about every aspect of what it takes to run a fast growing business. You will work directly with Encord's senior team and get unique visibility into an exciting, high-growth, mission-based scaleup. ResponsibilitiesYour responsibilities will involve:- Working directly with the co-founders and other members of the senior team on a variety of projects/ tasks: from presentations and spreadsheets, to basic reporting and various growth initiatives- Research: ranging from customer research to identifying new opportunities to supporting strategic decisions - Tracking the ROI of various growth channels to improve resource allocation and identify new growth curves- Designing, releasing & improving a careers page to attract the next wave of Encord talent- Ensure we keep our start-up atmosphere as we scale: plan and coordinate activities and events (e.g., team outings, in-office events etc.)- Be integral part in growing the business - support Encord's presence on social media, conferences and more - Crunching numbers on customer's usage of the product to help inform our Customer Success team's quarterly success planning About you - 2+ years of experience in high-intensity, high-velocity 1) startups, as an early-employee or founder 2) top-tier consulting, IB, PE or similar fast-paced environments.- You're a do-er. You are happy to roll up your sleeves and get stuff done - from slides for an internal meeting to a demo for a client.- You're an expert at taking end-to-end ownership of broad, ambiguous problems and thinking from first principles to achieve a result.- You're obsessed with achieving an objective and getting results. You work best when given an outcome to aim towards, and iterating autonomously (collaborating with the rest of the team/pulling people in as needed) to find a way there. You don't take no for an answer; you are scrappy and resourceful.- You're an entrepreneur and want to be a part of building a business from the ground up. You're good at context-switching and jumping from a candidate interview, to an excel model, to a vision-pitch draft.- You're probably happiest when working really hard and solving challenging problems. You know this requires dedication and some sacrifice but you think it's worth it. You work hard and smartly - you're always thinking of ways to accomplish more with the time and energy you have.- You're detail oriented and organized, and you proactively pull others in when you need help before you get stuck. Your team is always up to date on where projects are and rarely do you find things slip, even when covering a large surface area. What We Offer - Competitive salary, commission and equity in a hyper growth business.- Strong in-person culture: most of our team is in the office 3+ days a week.- Generous holiday allowance + public holidays.- Annual learning and development budget.- Paid trips to visit prospects, attend conferences, host events across UK, Europe and US.- Company lunches twice a week.- Monthly socials & bi-annual off-sites.

Who We Are Our mission is to make the world programmable. Sight is one of the key ways we understand the world, and soon this will be true for the software we use, too. We're building the tools, community, and resources needed to make the world programmable with artificial intelligence. Roboflow simplifies building and using computer vision models. Today, over 1M+ developers, including those from half the Fortune 100, use Roboflow's machine learning open source and hosted tools. That includes counting cells to accelerate cancer research, improving construction site safety, digitizing floor plans, preserving coral reef populations, guiding drone flight, and much more. Roboflow is supported by great customers and investors, having raised over 63 million from Y Combinator, Google Ventures, Craft Ventures, Sam Altman, Lachy Groom, amongst other leading software investors. Roboflowers are passionate builders who value ownership, accountability, and a bias toward action. We're curious, hands-on with new tech, and prefer showing our work over talking about it. Many of us have a founder mindset and thrive in our high-autonomy environment. What We're Looking For Primarily, you like to make great things with passionate colleagues. You are someone that likes to own outcomes, not only inputs. You're motivated by having responsibility and accountability. You're eager to ‘do the work,' big and small. You're curious and learning about new technologies, perhaps an early tinkerer with ChatGPT and AI products. You show more than you tell. You're motivated by the question, “How can I improve this?” and have a track record of doing so, even in ways adjacent to your role. Much of our current team is made up of former founders and thrive in the level of autonomy at Roboflow. Maybe you had a side hustle in high school or college. Many Roboflowers have used our tools before joining. One of the best ways to stand out amongst other applicants is to write about something you have built with Roboflow or contribute to one of our open source projects. Who You Are You tell us! What is your superpower? As a former founder, you might have a background in Engineering, Product, Design, Sales, Marketing (or all of them!). We're constantly looking for smart, motivated people to work with and can define a role around your strengths. Within one month, you will… Spend the first week onboarding in person with your manager (you'll come to our NY or SF Hub!) Start building a trusting relationship with your peers, and learning the company structure. Ship a substantial new feature to an end user within your first week Build your first Roboflow computer vision product (if you haven't already) Who You'll Be Working With Our team of ~70 attracts talent like executives that wanted to return to building, founders with a 100M+ exit, Roboflow users turned team members, open source contributors, a cyclist who biked across the United States, prolific high school hackers, a CTO from 100+ engineering organization, amongst many exceptional others. Where You'll Work Roboflow is distributed across the US and Europe. We currently have Hubs in New York City and San Francisco (and plan to open more as we grow density in new cities). We provide opportunities (like team onsites in different cities) and resources (like a $4000/yr travel stipend) to work in person with other team members as much as you'd like, while also supporting remote team members. You can work from one of our Hubs (we offer a relocation bonus), work from home, work at co-working spaces, etc. We want you to work where you work best! When You'll Work Roboflow primarily operates during the daytime hours in the US and there are some synchronous meetings you'll be expected to attend each week. Apart from that, we have a flexible schedule that allows you to work collaboratively with other team members and asynchronously when needed. What You'll Receive To determine your salary, we use a number of market and data-driven salary sources. We review all salaries every six months to ensure we stay in line with the market. 💰 The target compensation for this role is $70k-$150k base. 📈 In addition to our cash compensation, we offer generous perks and benefits. Below are some of the highlights: $4000/yr Travel Stipend to travel anywhere anytime to work alongside other Roboflowers $350/mo Productivity stipend to spend on things that make your work environment more productive, like high-speed internet at home or a co-working space Cover up to 100% of your health insurance costs for you and your partner or family Equity in the company so we are all invested in the future of computer vision Below is the interview process you can expect for this role. We are all motivated to work with an exceptional team and don't currently have in-house recruiters. You will be speaking directly with our team about what it's like to work and thrive at Roboflow. We like to be decisive and work fast, so don't be surprised if all the below conversations happen over a day or two. Interview Process (~5 hours) Below is the interview process you can expect for this role. We are all motivated to work with an exceptional team and don't currently have in-house recruiters. You will be speaking directly with our team about what it's like to work and thrive at Roboflow. We like to be decisive and work fast, so don't be surprised if all the below conversations happen over a day or two. Before the Interview: We'll review your application, LinkedIn, Github, etc. The best way to stand out is to write about something you've built with Roboflow or contribute to one of our open source projects. We may send you a technical screen if applicable. Introduction Phase: [30m] Meet with hiring manager for introduction to assess for overall mindset and skillset This first interview is a time to get to know more about the role, allow us to get to know you better, and ensure it's a good fit for both parties to continue moving forward in the process [45m] Technical Assessment, if applicable Team Interview Phase: [30m] Meet with another member of team (depending on the role) [60m] Meet with hiring manager again Begin working through your 30/60/90 projects Ask questions! Final Interview Stage: [45m] Meet with Kate Wagner, Head of Operations for a culture discussion [60m] Meet with Joseph Nelson, CEO Note: you are welcome to request additional conversations with anyone you would like to meet and we will accommodate as best we can. Not sure if this is you? We want a diverse, global team with a broad range of experience and perspectives. If this job sounds great, but you're not sure if you qualify, look into our Former Founders role or subscribe to our career newsletter by emailing "Subscribe" to ***********************. We carefully consider every application and will either move forward with you, find another team that might be a better fit, keep in touch for future opportunities, or thank you for your time. Learn More About Us We are building a diverse Distributed team that is distributed across the globe. Roboflow is an equal opportunity workplace; we welcome people from all backgrounds, communities, and experiences. We provide competitive compensation and stellar benefits to accelerate your personal and work life. Learn more about what it is like to work at Roboflow by reading these blog posts. See our careers page for all open listings. Equal Employment Opportunity At Roboflow, we believe great ideas come from everywhere-and everyone. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Job DescriptionFounder Transform your vision into a funded, scalable venture. At Initio Capital, founders don't wait for permission - they take initiative. As a Founder in our ecosystem, you gain a direct line to investors, advisors, and operators dedicated to helping you build, fund, and scale your company. We bridge the gap between ambition and execution, equipping you with capital access, mentorship, and growth infrastructure that accelerates your path from idea to industry leader. What You'll Experience Direct Access to Investors Submit a short video pitch directly to Initio Capital's investment team. Our in-house partners and investor network review applications weekly - no gatekeepers, no waiting for introductions. Advisory & Mentorship Network Collaborate with experienced founders, venture operators, and industry specialists who guide you through fundraising, product development, GTM strategy, and operational excellence. Capital & Growth Acceleration Access pre-seed to Series A funding pathways, investor introductions, and Initio's growth enablement suite - including RevOps infrastructure, fractional leadership, and AI-powered sales systems. Operational Ecosystem Tap into exclusive founder tools, software discounts ($4M+ in value), job and talent pipelines, and a curated calendar of global startup and investor events. Build alongside a network of venture-backed companies scaling fast. Career & Community Opportunities Founders can also invest in other startups, refer partners, or join as advisors and venture partners within the Initio ecosystem - expanding influence and upside. Ideal Founder Profile Ambitious and execution-driven, building a product that solves a tangible, scalable problem. Transparent, data-informed, and committed to long-term value creation. Ready to raise capital, grow revenue, and join a high-performing global community of founders and investors. Interested in leveraging Initio Capital's ecosystem to accelerate sales, partnerships, and capital access. Investment Focus At Initio Capital, we invest in business infrastructure - the systems, platforms, and tools that power modern companies. Our mission is to provide the backbone for global business innovation, funding founders building foundational technologies across these sectors: HRTech Talent acquisition, performance management, and workforce analytics tools helping companies hire, retain, and scale high-performing teams. LegalTech Solutions that automate contracts, streamline compliance, and modernize legal workflows to reduce risk and accelerate transactions. MarketingTech Customer engagement, data-driven attribution, and marketing automation platforms that drive predictable pipeline and ROI. Sales Enablement CRM optimization, sales intelligence, and revenue operations systems that increase deal velocity and empower modern go-to-market teams. FinTech Payment processing, expense management, and capital access tools optimizing financial operations and liquidity. AccTech (Accounting Technology) Automated bookkeeping, audit readiness, and real-time financial analytics ensuring accuracy and compliance. Productivity & Collaboration Workflow automation, communication platforms, and project management systems improving cross-functional efficiency and output. Data Infrastructure Analytics, integration, and business intelligence tools transforming raw data into actionable insights. DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure Cloud-native deployment, observability, and DevOps tools that enable scalable, secure, and resilient application delivery.

⚠️ Please read first This is a full-time, in-person role based in San Francisco (Presidio) - we work from the office 5 days a week. You must be based in the Bay Area or willing to relocate before starting. We require US work authorisation, but are open to O-1 visa sponsorship for truly exceptional candidates. As in the description: you should have context so you can join with little onboarding if you have incredible credentials (incredible = raised more than 5mm as a founder, got a product to 500k ARR, main person responsible for an amazing product at a bigger company) apply and let's have a chat! ps: we're backed by spark capital, felicis, and y combinator ($30m seed - biggest out of YC round) but we still work like a seed startup. you'll be one of the first people showing the world how to build with AI in plain english.