Next Big Thing AG is hiring a

Web3 Entrepreneur in Residence (f/m/x) - Developing Cross-Industry IoT Solutions

Please note that for this program we only accept applicants with a valid working permit in Germany.

Next Big Thing AG (NBT) is a company builder focused on the machine economy. Backed by €19m of investment, we are building a series of fast growth ventures that will transform the way the world works for decades to come. Our multi-disciplinary team of engineers, designers, startup entrepreneurs and industry specialists support founders with deep expertise and clear vision to build their next big thing.

The Entrepreneur in Residence Programme
Our 3 month Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) Programme is a chance for talented individuals to develop a specific business case with the support of our expert Venture Development team. At the end of the Programme, we are offering to found and invest in your business and co-develop it with NBT.

For every EiR, we offer:

• No Financial Risk - 3 Months of Industry level Salary to develop a business case based on their expertise, incubated in our offices in central Berlin, with a small pre-founding budget to develop your case
• Support on Developing the Case - support from our 50 person Venture, Product and Market Development teams, led by a dedicated Venture Developer, who will help you make the best use of the time; as well as a small budget to test hypotheses.
• Founding your Company after the Programme - up to €1m in funding and co-founding services covering Pre-Seed and Seed Funding Rounds to ensure that you can develop the case to its full potential.
• Real Shares - A share in the StammKapital (founding capital) of our venture - not virtualized shares, to ensure your voice is heard throughout the journey

Tasks

The Opportunity

We are looking for startups and solutions in the following focus area:

Developing Cross-Industry IoT Solutions

Businesses are relying on IoT devices to deliver data-driven insights as part of their strategy to elevate profitability, generate efficiencies, and gain a competitive edge. Although IoT has gained significant traction within the manufacturing sector, the uptake of smart devices has shifted beyond industrial implementations to include healthcare, agriculture, retail, and transportation.

Requirements

We are looking for experienced and driven Co-founders who will bring:

• Entrepreneurial Spirit - the ability to make decisions under pressure, take measured risks and persist with challenges
• Industry knowledge - deep insights and experience in the blockchain industry
• Technology awareness - an interest in digital transformation and its applications in industrial operations
• Language - the ability to write and communicate in English. German skills are a big plus.
• Stakeholder Engagement - confident engaging with a variety of stakeholders across industry, finance, or individual users

We are seeking talents to explore the opportunity space with us within the scope of:

• B2B businesses - NBT’s expertise lies dominantly in B2B sales.
• Go-to-Market strategy of less than a year - We believe in building great products by iteration from facing the market responses.
• IoT/ML/DLT technology - We focus on IoT, Machine learning, and Distributed ledger tech to create value for the Machine Economy.

Benefits

What to expect working with us:

• The opportunity to de-risk your startup journey, from the beginning and profit from your investment on the way
• Autonomy and the freedom to define and drive the strategic direction of the venture
• A supportive, entrepreneurial environment, with a culture of supporting founders in the good and hard times
• Free drinks & fruits
• Hardware of your choice
• New and well equipped office directly at Zoologischer Garten in Berlin

We value diversity and therefore expressly welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, physical abilities, age, sexual orientation and identity.

We look forward to receiving your application.

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