Investor, Launch ($180k-$200k + Equity) at Entrepreneurs First

About the role

As Investor, Launch, you are the engine behind the three-month program transforming EF’s best technical founders into fundable Bay Area companies. You will serve as a hands-on sparring partner, pressure-testing product-market fit, shaping go-to-market strategies, and refining narratives to secure funding from elite US investors during the final Demo Day.

Why this role is remarkable

• Unparalleled access to the world’s most ambitious pre-seed founders from London, Paris, and Bangalore as they land in the Bay Area.
• Join a prestigious network backed by tech royalty, including founders of Stripe, LinkedIn, and DeepMind, with a portfolio valued at $15B+.
• High-autonomy environment where you define the program’s success and serve as a force multiplier for the next generation of tech giants.

What you will do

• Partner with founders daily to find first customers, nail positioning, and pressure-test go-to-market strategies for technical products.
• Design and execute the Launch program’s curriculum, including exclusive speaker sessions and events that immerse founders in the SF ecosystem.
• Orchestrate the fundraising process by refining pitch narratives and facilitating high-value introductions to a deep network of tier 1 VCs.

The ideal candidate

• At least 3+ years of experience as a founder, early-stage operator, or VC investor with a deep understanding of fundraising mechanics.
• Deeply embedded in the San Francisco startup scene, with existing relationships across hacker houses, VC funds, and founder communities.
• Exceptional strategic thinker who can quickly grasp technical value propositions and translate them into compelling narratives for the US market.