Technology Associate
Foundation Capital is seeking a 2-year associate to assist in their
Information Technology practice. At the conclusion of the 2nd year,
the candidate will be expected to either return to graduate school,
or join a portfolio company in an operating capacity.
Founded in 1995, Foundation Capital is one of Silicon Valley's
leading venture capital firms. We are committed to supporting
entrepreneurs and their companies, targeting innovative opportunities
in Cleantech, Consumer Internet and Infrastructure;
Telecommunications and Data Networking; Enterprise Software and
On-Demand Services. Foundation Capital funds total more than $2
billion. For more information,
visit: <http://www.foundationcapital.com/>www.foundationcapital.com.
Job Description:
* Scout out and analyze innovative new technologies
* Actively engage with leading professors, students, and
technologists at top universities and national laboratories
* Identify and prioritize promising areas for further
research/investigation
* Prototype and manage the development of seed-stage ideas
* Work closely with startups on challenging technology initiatives
* Participate in technical due diligence for potential investments
Requirements:
* BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Smart
Product Design
* Nimble, integrative thinker
* Interdisciplinary and hands-on
* Intellectual acuity
* Voracious curiosity
* Skilled in both quantitative analysis and qualitative synthesis
* Active listener
* Abundant passion and drive with a demonstrated ability to "self-start"
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, sex, age, national origin, religion, physical
or mental handicaps or disabilities, marital status, veteran status,
sexual orientation, nor any other basis prohibited by law.
Contact: Anna Tiran,
<mailto:atiran@foundationcapital.com>atiran@foundationcapital.com
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