Position: Builder-in-Residence
Company: Agentic Studios, Inc
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
About Us:
Imagine a world where the next generation of entrepreneurs isn’t born in Silicon Valley, but in communities where creativity thrives, but opportunity has yet to flourish. We aim to bring this vision to life by unlocking the untapped inventive potential of heartland communities, quadrupling the number of entrepreneurs in the U.S. By nurturing Entrepreneurs-in-Development (EiDs) through early exposure to innovation and hands-on business creation, we’re unleashing a wave of innovation that will fuel unprecedented growth. Advances in AI now make high-growth venture creation more accessible than ever, and our micro startup studio model is the key to realizing this vision. The founding team brings together a unique blend of proven expertise, spanning serial entrepreneurship, startup investing, venture studios, youth education, and economic development within heartland communities.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a versatile, hands-on leader who embodies both a hacker’s mindset—thriving on prototyping, testing, and iterating—while also being a technology visionary and curious about new developments in engineering and science. You’ll not only rapidly prototype ideas and turn them into functional products but also mastermind the tech stack that enables our startup studio to constantly experiment with new technologies and leverage automation when possible. Beyond the technical role, you’ll have a unique opportunity to influence the strategic and cultural direction of our ambitious startup, playing a key role in shaping its growth and vision from the ground up.
We are guided by a set of core values that shape all aspects of our work. We believe in a deep sense of interconnectedness, mastering our minds to overcome challenges, demonstrating courage with empathy, and hustling with discipline and joy. These values aren’t just abstract ideas—they define how we interact, make decisions, and support each other. As a member of our founding team, you will embody these principles, helping to create a culture where bold ideas are embraced, challenges are met with resilience, and excellence is pursued with integrity. Your success, and ours, will be measured by how well we live these values every day.
As one of the first Builders-in-Residence, you will help launch our first Agentic ventures in the first half of 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. You'll work shoulder to shoulder with our cofounding team: serial entrepreneurs with a strong track record of success across startups businesses, small business, and investing.
Key Responsibilities:
- Studio Technical Execution: Lead the technical development and evaluation of multiple startup ideas within our studio. Help vet ventures with the highest potential. Ensure technical excellence, innovation, and scalability are embedded in each venture’s DNA.
- Product Prototyping & Development: Rapidly prototype and iterate on innovative ideas, transforming concepts into products, while keeping a focus on platform-level thinking.
- Media Lab Design & Coaching: Oversee the development and operation of the media lab, a creative hub where EiDs can engage in hands-on activities, from prototyping to experimenting with emerging technologies. Ensure the lab supports the creation of tangible products and business ideas.
- Innovation & Integration: Explore and implement cutting-edge AI solutions that can be self-hosted, avoiding reliance on large cloud-based services alone. Integrate these solutions into a cohesive platform that supports our startup studio model.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in software development and platform architecture, with a proven track record of shipping products and thinking strategically about building scalable platforms.
- Hacker & Builder Mindset: Ability to rapidly prototype, iterate, and bring ideas to life. Experience taking projects from concept to product in a startup environment, with a focus on building real-world solutions.
- Coding Expertise: Proficiency in multiple programming languages. Must have experience in developing and optimizing AI-driven products and tools.
- AI/ML Expertise: Deep understanding of AI technologies, particularly in deploying, optimizing, and integrating open-source models. Experience with custom AI solutions, focusing on innovative, self-hosted, and non-traditional approaches.
- Startup & Leadership Experience: Experience working in startups or fast-paced environments, with the ability to adapt quickly, think creatively, and execute efficiently. Experience leading small, agile teams to success with a lean approach.
- Relocation: Live, work, breathe, and play in Albuquerque, NM, during the duration of your residency.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package.
- Equity: Stake in a high-impact venture, aligning yours and the company’s success.
- Relocation Support: Full coverage of relocation expenses to Albuquerque, NM.
- Early-Stage Opportunity: Join early and influence the direction and success of our ventures.
- Work Environment: A lean, agile, and mission-driven environment where your contributions will directly impact the lives of young entrepreneurs and the success of the company.
To apply, send your resume and letter of interest via email to hr@be-agentic.com.
