About useblocks
useblocks is redefining the future of engineering workflows by enabling “Engineering-as-Code.” From aerospace to automotive to medical, global leaders like BMW, Airbus, Bosch, CARIAD, and Mercedes-Benz trust our tools for safety-critical systems. Our open-source solution, Sphinx-Needs, has grown to over 341,000 monthly downloads, setting the standard for documentation and traceability management.
Your Role
As the Founder’s Associate, you will work directly with our leadership team on critical projects ranging from fundraising, go-to-market strategy, and business operations. This is a unique opportunity to help scale a fast-growing company and become a key driver in shaping our trajectory.
Key Responsibilities
- Growth Strategy: Work on go-to-market (GTM) initiatives, including customer acquisition, market analysis, and competitive positioning.
- Operational Excellence: Identify and streamline business processes to scale operations efficiently.
- Data-Driven Insights: Analyze KPIs, track success metrics, and report on growth opportunities.
- Fundraising: Support investor relations, create compelling pitch decks, and manage fundraising processes from strategy to execution.
Who You Are
- Entrepreneurial Mindset: A proactive self-starter who thrives in fast-paced and ambiguous environments.
- Strategic Thinker: Strong analytical and critical thinking skills with experience in market analysis and business strategy.
- Fundraising Experience: Previous exposure to venture capital, fundraising processes, or investor relations.
- Communication Skills: Ability to craft clear, concise, and compelling narratives (pitch decks, business proposals, etc.).
- Collaborative: A team player who can align stakeholders across engineering, sales, and operations.
- Execution-Oriented: Ability to move quickly from ideas to execution while managing multiple priorities.
Nice-to-Haves
- Previous experience in a high-growth startup
- Background in SaaS, developer tooling, or open-source ecosystems.
- Master or relevant experience in business strategy, consulting, or venture building.
Why Join Us?
- Work directly with the leadership team in an impact-driven environment.
- Take ownership of key projects with opportunities for growth and autonomy.
- Be a part of building tools that shape the future of engineering.
- Fully flexible work arrangements.
- Competitive salary with room for career advancement.
