This ad is not for an employment, but an opportunity to build a VC-backed startup from the ground up. You must commit to relocate to either Amsterdam, Berlin or Munich for 10 weeks.

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 possess a strong problem-solving aptitude and a passion for pioneering cutting-edge technologies. Driven to make a real impact, you're eager to leverage your expertise in building disruptive tech ventures.

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 across our 30 locations on the globe, which has led us to work with more than 8,000 founders to date and a portfolio of more than 1,200 startups.

Details of the Residency:

Our 10-week, full-time program is designed to give you the best possible start for your entrepreneurial journey. Whether you have founded a company before or are just getting started, we will help you find a co-founding team among the 50-70 people that will be joining the program. Founders that join our residency come from a variety of backgrounds and have an assortment of skills and expertise. Our program will facilitate you and your co-founder to quickly build on an idea (either you come with an idea or you will be defining it with your team). If you enjoy a fast-paced, diverse, demanding, and incredibly engaging environment, join us!

• The program runs for an initial 10 weeks, full-time in Amsterdam (The Netherlands) and starting in March 2025.
• In the first phase (10 weeks), you are required to ideate and find your co-founder(s) from the cohort of 50-70 founders.
• Pitch to Invest: Present your team and business idea to the Antler Investment Committee: €300k investment commitment at Day Zero in two tranches of €100k for 10% without dilution protection and €200k converting at the valuation of your next round.
• If you get an investment, you will continue to be part of the program for another 3 months throughout which Antler will work closely with you to accelerate your growth.

Who are we looking for?

• Having the autonomy to develop sophisticated software solutions to address real-world challenges, merging ingenuity with functionality.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, capable of breaking down complex issues and bringing structure into business cases
• Providing leadership, whether it’s 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.

Benefits

• Potential investment at the pre-seed stage
• Help finding your co-founder(s)
• Personalized coaching sessions with business experts
• Shared office space at a premium co-working space with access to various amenities
• Access to a global network of start-up advisors and experts in their field

Perks:

AWS and OpenAI Credits

Credits Buildas, Visuo (data anlytics), Free Google Cloud, Wework, IBM cloud, Notion, Airtable, HS, Zoom, Microsoft Founders hub, Microsoft ISV Hub & much more

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:

• Treyd: A buy-now-pay-later solution for supplier invoices.
• 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.