Founder in Residence

About the role

You’ll work side by side with our partners and portfolio founders to define, prototype, and launch a new AI company. You’ll have access to capital, technical talent, and co-building support to accelerate your path from idea to company formation.

You’ll Work closely with Embedding VC partners to explore high-potential problem spaces. Prototype rapidly, test assumptions, and validate early traction. Collaborate with our network of AI researchers, engineers, and operators. Access funding, design, and recruiting support once your direction is clear.

About You

Experienced founder or PM/designer/engineer/growth hacker with a track record of building products end-to-end.

Deep curiosity for AI systems, developer tools, or applied reasoning technologies.

Independent thinker who moves fast, iterates often, and thrives in ambiguity.

Comfortable working in-person part of the week in San Francisco Bay Area.

Bonus

If You’ve Explored LLM-based systems, agents, or AI developer tools.

Previous startup founding or early technical leadership experience.

Why Join as FIR

Work in a founder-led environment designed for speed and creativity.

Tap into a strong AI ecosystem of technical advisors and investors.

Hybrid flexibility, with in-person collaboration.

Location

Palo Alto