Remote Founder – United States – Build the Next Unicorn

Join a visionary team at Apex Ventures as a Founder and shape a groundbreaking SaaS platform from day one. This fully remote role offers equity ownership, strategic autonomy, and the chance to scale a product that solves real‑world problems for millions of users.

About the Role

Own the Vision

As the Founder, you will define the product roadmap, set the company culture, and drive the go‑to‑market strategy. You’ll work directly with a seasoned advisory board and a lean, high‑performing engineering team distributed across North America and Europe.

Lead Fundraising & Growth

You will spearhead seed and Series A fundraising efforts, crafting compelling narratives for top‑tier venture capitalists. Your ability to translate technical innovation into clear business value will accelerate revenue growth and market penetration.

Build a World‑Class Team

Recruit, mentor, and retain elite talent across product, engineering, design, and sales. You’ll establish hiring frameworks, performance metrics, and a culture of continuous learning that attracts the best remote professionals.

Requirements

Proven Entrepreneurial Track Record

• At least one successful startup exit or a product that reached $10M+ ARR.
• Experience raising $5M+ in venture capital from institutional investors.

Technical & Product Fluency

• Deep understanding of modern SaaS architecture (micro‑services, Kubernetes, serverless).
• Ability to translate customer pain points into scalable product specifications.

Leadership & Communication

• Demonstrated success building and managing fully remote teams of 20+ people.
• Exceptional storytelling skills for pitch decks, board meetings, and public speaking.

Strategic Mindset

• Data‑driven decision making with a focus on unit economics, CAC/LTV, and churn reduction.
• Experience entering new verticals or international markets.

Salary Range & Equity

Estimated total compensation: $180,000 – $250,000 USD/year base salary plus a significant equity stake (1.5%–3% fully diluted) that vests over four years with a one‑year cliff. Performance bonuses tied to fundraising milestones and ARR targets can add an additional $50,000–$100,000 annually.

Benefits & Perks

Health & Wellness

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and dependents.
• Monthly wellness stipend ($200) for fitness, therapy, or mindfulness apps.

Remote‑First Infrastructure

• $3,000 annual home‑office budget for ergonomic furniture, high‑speed internet, and hardware.
• Quarterly all‑expenses‑paid team retreats in inspiring locations (e.g., Austin, Lisbon, Bali).

Learning & Development

• Unlimited access to MasterClass, Coursera, and industry conferences.
• Executive coaching program with a dedicated leadership mentor.

Financial Security

• 401(k) matching up to 4% after 90 days.
• Equity refresh grants tied to company milestones.

Culture & Values

Apex Ventures operates on a “Trust‑First” philosophy: autonomy is earned through transparency, and results matter more than hours logged. Our distributed team embraces asynchronous communication, documented decision‑making, and a shared commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate experimentation—failure is a data point, not a setback.

How to Engage

If you are ready to architect a category‑defining company and thrive in a fully remote environment, we invite you to share your founder story, a one‑page vision memo for the product, and a brief video (under three minutes) explaining why this opportunity aligns with your next chapter. All submissions are reviewed directly by the advisory board within two weeks.