Founder & CEO (Proptech, AI, Climate)
Founders Factory is a venture studio, accelerator, and investment platform that builds and funds early-stage startups. It supports founders with capital, operational expertise, corporate partnerships, and access to a global network.
Maintainer signals as of 8/23/2026
About Founders Factory
Founders Factory partners with entrepreneurs and leading companies to co-found new ventures, accelerate startups, and invest in early-stage businesses. Its activities include venture building, cohort-based accelerator programs, sector-focused investment funds, operational support, and corporate innovation partnerships across fintech, health, industrials, deep tech, and climate. It serves ambitious founders, corporate partners, and early-stage technology startups.
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Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
Co-found and lead a new venture alongside Founders Factory, using its investment, venture studio support, validated concept, intellectual property, specialist resources, infrastructure budget, and corporate partnerships to build the company from zero to one.
Requirements
- Experienced founder, builder, or operator capable of operating from zero to one
- Unique market insight, top 1% skills, or another compelling advantage
- Proven ability to build a world-class team, attract customers, and attract investors
- Ability to thrive in ambiguous environments and take calculated risks
- Clear vision for the opportunity and expertise to execute it
- High IQ and EQ with strong opinions loosely held
- Deep understanding of the German market
- German language skills
Responsibilities
- Co-found and lead a new venture as Founder and CEO
- Build a world-class team
- Attract customers and investors
- Develop a clear vision and product direction
- Operate the business from zero to one
Benefits
- Co-founding support from Founders Factory's team of IPO-exited founders and entrepreneurs
- Access to the Venture Studio and 6-month accelerator programme
- Combined cash and hands-on support
- Validated concept and intellectual property
- Dedicated studio budget including founder stipend, specialist resources, and infrastructure
- Access to industry-leading corporate partners
Hiring Process
Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis. A team member will contact successful applicants.