VC AI & Automation Manager (Part-time / Freelance, with Full-time Opportunity) (m/f/d)

Job requirements

Technical Skills:

• Strong software engineering fundamentals, including practical experience with Python, APIs, databases and modern development tools.

• Hands-on experience developing AI-powered applications using large language models, AI agents and related technologies.

• Experience implementing workflow automation and integrating different software systems and data sources.

• Understanding of software architecture, data processing, deployment and the development of reliable, maintainable applications.

• Familiarity with information security, access management and the responsible handling of confidential data.

• Experience with modern AI-assisted development tools and an interest in continuously expanding your technical expertise.

Professional and Personal Qualifications:

• Practical experience: Demonstrated ability to independently develop and implement software applications or automation solutions.

• Ownership: Ability to manage technical projects from requirements gathering through development, deployment and ongoing improvement.

• Analytical and problem-solving skills: Strong ability to understand business processes, identify opportunities for improvement and develop appropriate technical solutions.

• Pragmatic approach: Ability to evaluate technical alternatives and balance functionality, complexity, reliability and development effort.

• Entrepreneurial mindset: Interest in emerging technologies, startups, venture capital and impact investing.

• Communication and collaboration: Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and work effectively with colleagues from different professional backgrounds.

Previous experience in venture capital, private equity or the startup ecosystem is an advantage but not a requirement. We place particular value on relevant practical experience, technical competence and the ability to work independently.

What We Offer:

• Technical ownership: Responsibility for developing and implementing AI and automation capabilities across the organisation.

• Meaningful contribution: The opportunity to improve the systems and processes supporting our investment activities and portfolio management.

• Collaborative environment: Direct collaboration with an experienced investment team and exposure to a broad range of technologies and business models.

• Professional development: Opportunities to expand your responsibilities and contribute to the organisation's long-term technology strategy.

• Flexible engagement: An initial part-time or freelance arrangement, with the potential to transition into a full-time position as the role develops.

Application:

We welcome applications from individuals with a strong technical background who are interested in applying AI and automation in a venture capital environment.

Please share your CV, together with examples of relevant software, automation or AI projects you have developed. We are particularly interested in understanding the problems you addressed, your technical approach and your individual contribution.