CTO / Co-Founder

Sisu
  • San Francisco, California
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    About Sisu

    Sisu is a founder-friendly incubator dedicated to partnering with entrepreneurs from the earliest stages, often referred to as “day minus one.” We guide founders through the first twelve to eighteen months, helping with co-founder pairings, MVP development, fundraising, and more, to establish a foundation for long-term success.

    Founded by Ari Mir, a serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, Sisu is built on the principles of grit, humility, and an unrelenting drive to create impactful companies. Ari’s ventures include two companies generating over $100 million in annual revenue, employing more than 1,000 people.

    https://www.sisu.site/

    The Opportunity

    We are seeking visionary and resourceful technologists to become CTO co-founders. If you are accepted into Sisu, you’ll collaborate with other exceptional founders, receive mentorship directly from Ari, and work toward building your own startup. This is a rare opportunity to start something meaningful with unparalleled guidance and resources.

    Note: This is not a traditional job—it’s an opportunity to be the technical co-founder of your own startup.

    About You (Technical Focus)

    We are looking for top-tier engineers- individuals who are prepared to go all in on building a disruptive venture from the ground up. You thrive in deeply technical environments that demand relentless ambition and unwavering determination. Sisu’s program is highly selective, admitting only 20 founders a year.

    • Deep Technical Expertise: You excel in software architecture, systems design, product development, or related fields. Whether you’re a world-class engineer, a machine learning expert, or a cutting-edge product builder, your capabilities place you in a league of your own.

    • Entrepreneurial Drive: You see opportunity where others see risk. You’re actively seeking the right partnership, network, and guidance to bring groundbreaking products to market.

    • Collaborative Edge: While you’re fiercely self-driven, you understand the value of working alongside advisors, co-founders, and peers who challenge your thinking. You recognize the advantage of having direct access to a seasoned entrepreneur who’s scaled companies before.

    If you see yourself in these qualities, we want to meet you. We’ll provide the tools, mentorship, and resources to build something truly extraordinary.

    Application Process

    Sisu admits founders on a rolling basis, selecting only 20 individuals per year across 10 startups.

    1. Initial Screening: A 30-minute phone/video interview with a talent principal.

    2. Founder Interview: A 30-minute phone/video interview with Ari Mir.

    3. Working Sessions: Upon acceptance, you’ll join a 24 month program where you’ll work directly with Ari and the Sisu team.

    If you’re ready to take the first step, we’d love to hear from you.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Francisco, California
    Websitehttps://www.sisu.site/

    Skills

    • Entrepreneurshipunmatched
    • Fundraisingunmatched
    • Machine Learningunmatched
    • Mentoringunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Riskunmatched
    • Software Architecture Designunmatched
    • Startupunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched

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