Founders Associate

At Emmi AI, we are redefining how industries innovate. Traditional simulations are slow, expensive, and computationally heavy. We make them fast, scalable and intelligent!

Our AI-Powered physics architecture and models unlock Real-time interaction, slashing simulation times from days to seconds.

The opportunity:

Work directly with our founding team as the strategic right hand to our CEO, COO, and Chief Scientist. You'll help navigate Emmi AI's growth trajectory in the specialized AI-physics simulation landscape through a blend of strategic insight and hands-on execution.

Your mission:

• Strategic Intelligence & Decision-Making — Conduct market analysis of the specialized physics AI landscape, translating technical developments into strategic positioning

• Lead Cross-Functional Projects — Orchestrate a wide range of high-impact special projects

• VC & Investor Relations — Lead preparation for funding rounds, create compelling investor materials, and manage relationships with our European and international investors

• High-Stakes Execution — Drive critical initiatives from conception to completion, adapting quickly as our strategic landscape evolves

What we offer:

• Hybrid Work Model: Work from Paris or Linz (easily accessible from Vienna) in a hybrid setup that balances in-office collaboration with remote flexibility. We value face-to-face teamwork while giving you flexibility in how you structure your week.

• Impact: Shape the future of industrial AI and drive meaningful projects. Enjoy the agility and impact that comes with being part of a dynamic, early-stage team.

• Growth & Learning Opportunities: Attend conferences like NeurIPS, participate in offsites, and work in an environment that prioritizes research and continuous learning.

• Competitive & Personalized Benefits: A compensation package tailored to your needs and circumstances. As an early-stage company, we offer flexibility and are committed to shaping benefits that work best for our growing team, including VSOP.

What drives us:

• Curiosity & Forward Thinking: We're always looking for fresh ideas, ready to question conventional approaches and bring creativity to AI and industrial applications.

• Team Collaboration & Respect: We're team-oriented, value others' perspectives, and support each other's success to drive Emmi AI's goals.

• Integrity & Accountability: We take ownership of our work and uphold high standards, whether collaborating within the team or with customers.

• Adaptability, Resilience & Problem Solving: We thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, approaching challenges with a "how can we make this work?" mindset while staying resilient and adaptable to shifting priorities.

• Customer Focused: We're passionate about understanding what our customers need and creating solutions that make a real impact in their world.

• Venture Experience — 5+ years in VC, deep tech startups, consulting or similar analytical roles

• Strategic Thinking — Proven ability to analyze complex markets and translate insights into actionable recommendations

• Project Management — Project management expertise across multiple workstreams

• International Perspective — Experience working across European markets and innovation ecosystems

• Exceptional Communication — Ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse stakeholders

What Sets You Apart:

• Analytical Depth — You excel at quantitative and qualitative analysis, uncovering insights others miss

• Technical Curiosity — While not necessarily a developer, you understand technology well enough to engage meaningfully with our research team

• Growth Mindset — You thrive in ambiguity and see challenges as opportunities to push boundaries

• Continental Vision — You understand Europe's unique deep tech ecosystem and can help position Emmi for success across multiple markets

• Execution Excellence — You deliver consistently high-quality work and can adapt quickly as priorities evolve

At Emmi AI, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We welcome diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, believing they drive innovation and creativity. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, disability, age, or background.