Founder's Associate

layer for machines operating in human environments. Our platform lets robots perceive, decide, and navigate complex indoor spaces like hospitals and airports, integrating with doors, elevators, and logistics systems along the way. We started in one of the hardest settings there is: our MDR-certified mobile isolation pod MOBY has been in clinical use at Charité since Today we are developing the next generation with partners including UKSH and Mayo Clinic, and scaling from clinical deployments to a platform . Tasks Commercial & Partnerships Shape and execute the go-to-market strategy for the intelligence platform across hospitals, airports, and other complex human environmentsDrive the commercial rollout of MOBY with hospitals, transplant centers, and healthcare networks, from first contact to signed contractOwn early-stage partner and customer development: outreach, qualification, demos, and pipeline managementWork directly with hospital management, airport operators, and infrastructure and logistics stakeholders to convert pilots into deploymentsIdentify new verticals, integration partners, and channels where autonomous machines need to operate among people Founder Support & Company Building Act as the founder's right hand in day-to-day operations and cross-team alignment between engineering, product, and commercial workBuild and refine internal processes as the company grows, including hiring coordination and onboardingPrepare materials for investors, partners, and board discussions, from fundraising decks to deployment reportsHelp shape a structured, scalable organization through a high-growth phase Strategic Initiatives Drive high-impact projects end to end, from first research to executionWork through hard, open questions across technology, regulation, customer needs, and market dynamicsOperate as a true generalist, extending the founder's capacity wherever it is needed most Bachelor's or Master's degree in , Engineering, or a related fieldGenuine interest in AI, robotics, or autonomous systems, and the curiosity to understand how they work well enough to talk credibly with engineers and customers alikeExperience in startups, consulting, development, or project coordination; exposure to healthcare, infrastructure, or deep tech is a plusStrong organizational skills and the ability to drive things forward with little directionExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, comfortable with stakeholders from clinic directors to airport operators, in both English and GermanHigh level of discretion in handling sensitive informationEntrepreneurial, hands-on mindset and the ability to thrive in ambiguity Benefits A front-row seat in building a Physical AI company from proven deployments to platform scaleDirect exposure to fundraising, strategy, and company building alongside the founderReal ownership from day one and a clear path into a leadership role as the company growsA team of experienced engineers and roboticists, and partners at some of the most demanding institutions in Europe and the US us your CV and a short cover letter explaining why this role and Sphaira are the right fit for you, along with your earliest possible start date. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to get back to you within a week. Skills: Business Development