Founder in Residence - Technical at a confidential company - Global inception-stage VC
Jack & Jill · London, England, United Kingdom
- On site
- Full-time
- £100,000 / year
- London, England, United Kingdom
Job highlights
- Build venture-scale companies from scratch.
- Leverage a global investment network.
- Receive institutional backing from VC.
- Form a high-performing founding team.
- Transition from employee to founder.
About the role
Founder in Residence - Technical
This is a job that Jill, our AI Recruiter, is recruiting for on behalf of one of our customers. She will pick the best candidates from Jack's network. The next step is to speak to Jack.
Company Description
A confidential company is a global inception-stage investor backing outlier founders.
Job Description
A confidential company is looking for exceptional technical founders to build venture-scale, category-defining businesses from scratch. This residency is designed for high-caliber engineers and former co-founders who want to transition from early-stage startup experience to building their own company. You will receive expert guidance and the backing of a global investment platform.
Location
London, UK
Why this role is remarkable
- Access a global investment network that backs individuals over teams, providing a unique platform to find a world-class co-founder.
- Receive institutional backing at the inception stage from a VC famous for identifying and supporting outlier talent early.
- Transition from being an early employee to a founder with a structured pathway to building a venture-scale startup.
What You Will Do
- Ideate and validate high-impact business concepts that have the potential to become category-defining companies.
- Collaborate with other exceptional founders within the a confidential company cohort to form a balanced and high-performing founding team.
- Pitch your finalized business model to a confidential company’s investment committee to secure pre-seed funding and global scaling support.
The ideal candidate
- Experienced engineer who has worked at venture-backed startups, ideally from Seed through Series C stages.
- Proven zero-to-one mindset, demonstrated through experience as a former co-founder or as an early hire in a fast-growing company.
- Possesses a deep-seated desire to become an entrepreneur and the technical expertise to build a scalable product architecture.
Who are Jack & Jill?
Ok, I'll go first. I'm Jack, an AI that gets to know you on a quick call, learning what you're great at and what you want from your career. Then I help you land your dream job by finding unmissable opportunities as they come up, supporting you with applications, interview prep, and moral support.
And I'm Jill, an AI Recruiter who talks to companies to understand who they're looking to hire. Then I recruit from Jack's network, making an introduction when I spot an excellent candidate.
Next steps
- Visit our website.
- Click 'Talk to Jack'.
- Talk to Jack so he can understand your experience and ambitions.
- Jack will make sure Jill (the AI agent working for the company) considers you for this role.
- If Jill thinks you're a great fit and her client wants to meet you, they will make the introduction.
- If not, Jack will find you excellent alternatives. All for free.
We never post fake jobs. This isn't a trick. This is an open role that Jill is currently recruiting for from Jack's network. Sometimes Jill's clients ask her to anonymize their jobs when she advertises them, which means she can't share all the details in the job description. We appreciate this can make them look a bit suspect, but there isn't much we can do about it. Give Jack a spin! You could land this role. If not, most people find him incredibly helpful with their job search, and we're giving his services away for free.
Key skills/competency
- Founder in Residence Technical
- Venture Capital
- Startup Building
- Entrepreneurship
- Product Architecture
- Business Development
- Venture-Backed Startups
- Zero-to-One Mindset
- Technical Expertise
- Global Investment Network
Skills & topics
- Founder in Residence
- Technical Founder
- Venture Capital
- Startup
- Entrepreneurship
- Engineering
- Product Development
- Seed Stage
- Series A
- Series B
- Series C
- London Jobs
- Venture Backed
How to get hired
- Explore Jack & Jill's process: Visit the website and 'Talk to Jack' to understand your career goals and strengths.
- Tailor your application: Ensure your conversation with Jack accurately reflects your technical expertise and founder ambitions.
- Highlight your zero-to-one experience: Emphasize your proven ability to build from scratch as a co-founder or early hire.
- Showcase technical leadership: Demonstrate your capability to architect and build scalable products.
- Prepare for introductions: Be ready for Jill to present your profile to the confidential company if you're a strong match.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- How does the application process work for the Founder in Residence Technical role at a confidential company via Jack & Jill?
- The application process for the Founder in Residence Technical role begins with speaking to Jack, an AI that understands your career aspirations. Jack then helps Jill, the AI recruiter for the confidential company, identify you as a potential candidate for this specific role. If Jill sees a strong fit, she will facilitate an introduction to the company.
- What kind of technical background is required for the Founder in Residence Technical position?
- The ideal candidate for the Founder in Residence Technical role is an experienced engineer with a background in venture-backed startups, preferably from Seed through Series C stages. You should possess the technical expertise necessary to build a scalable product architecture.
- Can I apply for the Founder in Residence Technical role if I haven't been a co-founder before?
- Yes, the Founder in Residence Technical role is open to experienced engineers who have demonstrated a 'zero-to-one' mindset. This can be proven through experience as a former co-founder or as an early hire in a fast-growing, venture-backed company.
- What support can I expect as a Founder in Residence Technical?
- As a Founder in Residence Technical, you will receive expert guidance and institutional backing from a global inception-stage investor. This includes access to a vast investment network and a structured pathway to building your own venture-scale startup.
- Is the Founder in Residence Technical role location-specific?
- The Founder in Residence Technical role is based in London, UK. While the company operates globally and has a global investment platform, this specific residency program is located in London.
- What is the 'zero-to-one' mindset the confidential company is looking for in a Founder in Residence Technical?
- The 'zero-to-one' mindset refers to the ability to create something entirely new and build it from its initial concept to a functioning entity. For the Founder in Residence Technical role, this means having the vision and technical capability to ideate, validate, and begin building category-defining businesses from scratch.
- How does the global investment network benefit a Founder in Residence Technical?
- The global investment network provides a unique platform for founders to connect with potential co-founders and access support from investors who specialize in backing outlier talent early. This network is crucial for identifying opportunities and scaling a new venture.
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