Former Founder

Who We Are

Our mission is to make the world programmable. Sight is one of the key ways we understand the world and soon this will be true for the software we use too.

Were building the tools community and resources needed to make the world programmable with artificial intelligence. Roboflow simplifies building and using computer vision models. Today over 1M developers including those from half the Fortune 100 use Roboflows machine learning open source and hosted tools. That includes counting cells to accelerate cancer research improving construction site safety digitizing floor plans preserving coral reef populations guiding drone flight and much more.

Roboflow is supported by great customers and investors having raised over 63 million from Y Combinator Google Ventures Craft Ventures Sam Altman Lachy Groom amongst other leading software investors.

Roboflowers are passionate builders who value ownership accountability and a bias toward action. Were curious hands-on with new tech and prefer showing our work over talking about it. Many of us have a founder mindset and thrive in our high-autonomy environment.

What Were Looking For

Primarily you like to make great things with passionate colleagues. You are someone that likes to own outcomes not only inputs. Youre motivated by having responsibility and accountability. Youre eager to do the work big and small.

Youre curious and learning about new technologies perhaps an early tinkerer with ChatGPT and AI products. You show more than you tell.

Youre motivated by the question How can I improve this and have a track record of doing so even in ways adjacent to your role. Much of our current team is made up of former founders and thrive in the level of autonomy at Roboflow. Maybe you had a side hustle in high school or college.

Many Roboflowers have used our tools before joining. One of the best ways to stand out amongst other applicants is to write about something you have built with Roboflow or contribute to one of our open source projects.

Who You Are

You tell us! What is your superpower As a former founder you might have a background in Engineering Product Design Sales Marketing (or all of them!). Were constantly looking for smart motivated people to work with and can define a role around your strengths.

Within one month you will

Spend the first week onboarding in person with your manager (youll come to our NY or SF Hub!)

Start building a trusting relationship with your peers and learning the company structure.

Ship a substantial new feature to an end user within your first week

Build your first Roboflow computer vision product (if you havent already)

Who Youll Be Working With

Our team of 70 attracts talent like executives that wanted to return to building founders with a 100M exit Roboflow users turned team members open source contributors a cyclist who biked across the United States prolific high school hackers a CTO from 100 engineering organization amongst many exceptional others.

Where Youll Work

Roboflow is distributed across the US and Europe. We currently have Hubs in New York City and San Francisco (and plan to open more as we grow density in new cities). We provide opportunities (like team onsites in different cities) and resources (like a $4000/yr travel stipend) to work in person with other team members as much as youd like while also supporting remote team members. You can work from one of our Hubs (we offer a relocation bonus) work from home work at co-working spaces etc. We want you to work where you work best!

When Youll Work

Roboflow primarily operates during the daytime hours in the US and there are some synchronous meetings youll be expected to attend each week. Apart from that we have a flexible schedule that allows you to work collaboratively with other team members and asynchronously when needed.

What Youll Receive

To determine your salary we use a number of market and data-driven salary sources. We review all salaries every six months to ensure we stay in line with the market.

The target compensation for this role is $70k-$150k base.

In addition to our cash compensation we offer generous perks and benefits. Below are some of the highlights:

• $4000/yr Travel Stipend to travel anywhere anytime to work alongside other Roboflowers

• $350/mo Productivity stipend to spend on things that make your work environment more productive like high-speed internet at home or a co-working space

• Cover up to 100% of your health insurance costs for you and your partner or family

• Equity in the company so we are all invested in the future of computer vision

Below is the interview process you can expect for this role. We are all motivated to work with an exceptional team and dont currently have in-house recruiters. You will be speaking directly with our team about what its like to work and thrive at Roboflow. We like to be decisive and work fast so dont be surprised if all the below conversations happen over a day or two.

Interview Process (5 hours)

Below is the interview process you can expect for this role. We are all motivated to work with an exceptional team and dont currently have in-house recruiters. You will be speaking directly with our team about what its like to work and thrive at Roboflow. We like to be decisive and work fast so dont be surprised if all the below conversations happen over a day or two.

Before the Interview:

• Well review your application LinkedIn Github etc.

• The best way to stand out is to write about something youve built with Roboflow or contribute to one of our open source projects.

• We may send you a technical screen if applicable.

Introduction Phase:

• 30m Meet with hiring manager for introduction to assess for overall mindset and skillset

• This first interview is a time to get to know more about the role allow us to get to know you better and ensure its a good fit for both parties to continue moving forward in the process

• 45m Technical Assessment if applicable

Team Interview Phase:

• 30m Meet with another member of team (depending on the role)

• 60m Meet with hiring manager again

• Begin working through your 30/60/90 projects

• Ask questions!

Final Interview Stage:

• 45m Meet with Kate Wagner Head of Operations for a culture discussion

• 60m Meet with Joseph Nelson CEO

Note: you are welcome to request additional conversations with anyone you would like to meet and we will accommodate as best we can.

Not sure if this is you

We want a diverse global team with a broad range of experience and perspectives. If this job sounds great but youre not sure if you qualify look into our Former Founders role or subscribe to our career newsletter by emailing Subscribe to . We carefully consider every application and will either move forward with you find another team that might be a better fit keep in touch for future opportunities or thank you for your time.

Learn More About Us

We are building a diverse Distributed team that is distributed across the globe. Roboflow is an equal opportunity workplace; we welcome people from all backgrounds communities and experiences.

We provide competitive compensation and stellar benefits to accelerate your personal and work life. Learn more about what it is like to work at Roboflow by reading these blog posts.

See our careers page for all open listings.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At Roboflow we believe great ideas come from everywhereand everyone. Were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age veteran status or any other legally protected characteristics.

Required Experience:

Founder