Job Description
Industry: Software Development, IT System Testing and Evaluation, and IT Services and IT Consulting
Seniority for this role: Mid-Senior level
Note: This Opportunity Does Not Offer Employment, but rather an opportunity to build your own VC-backed startup! Who you are: You are a highly accomplished full-stack software developer with a demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions. Your exceptional programming skills and experience in building complex applications position you to tackle significant challenges within the tech industry. You have a passion to solve complex problems and a will to create something new. About Antler Antler is the world’s most active venture capital firm, providing funding from pre-seed to Series C. We invest in Founders who seek to define our tomorrow and reshape the world we live in with groundbreaking technological innovation. Every year, we handpick the strongest Founders from more than 135,000 applicants across our 27 locations on the globe, which has led us to work with more than 7,000 founders to date and a portfolio of more than 1,000 startups. The Antler Founder Residency Join a dynamic cohort of 200+ highly motivated entrepreneurs for an immersive 12-week program. Visit our website for a detailed breakdown of how we’ll support your startup launch. 12-Week full-time Immersive Journey: Kicking off March, 2025, in Helsinki. Co-Founder Discovery: In the first 10 weeks, collaborate with fellow Founders to find your co-founder(s). We have a great cohort of people from technical, product and business backgrounds to match ambitious people with compelenting skillsets Pitch to Invest: Present your team and business idea to the Antler Investment Committee. Secure a net cash investment of EUR 100k for 10% equity. Accelerate Growth: If funded, we work closely with you to make your startup a success Batch Details Start Date: March 3rd, 2025 Location: Onsite at our Helsinki office Compensation: While participants don’t receive financial compensation during the program, pre-seed investment is available to jumpstart your venture. So you can continue working on your startup. Visa Sponsorship: Due to the non-employment nature of the program, visa sponsorship is unavailable. For our March 2025 cohort, weโre looking for someone who: Having the autonomy to develop sophisticated software solutions to address real-world challenges, merging ingenuity with functionality. Providing leadership, whether itโs directing a development team or managing comprehensive product delivery. You have an idea that you believe can solve a problem you are deeply interested in. You understand that you need co-pilots who share your vision and values. Application Process Our streamlined application process takes only 2-3 weeks: Apply through our website. Participate in an introductory interview. Progress to an in-depth interview with our partners. Receive a potential offer. Antler Success Stories Several companies built through the Antler program have received pre-seed investment and have gone on to secure significant funding rounds. Here are just a few examples: Wingbits: A community-driven flight data tracking platform Two: A comprehensive B2B payment suite simplifying sales for online and offline businesses. Evyon: A developer of eco-friendly battery energy storage systems. Glint Solar: Software accelerating the identification of optimal solar installation sites. PerPlant: AI-powered sensor systems creating a gateway to sustainable agriculture. Show more Show less