AI Tech Co-Founder (Entrepreneur in Residence Program)

Are you an AI engineer or ML developer with a big idea?

Or dreaming of launching your own startup, but need the right co-founder and capital?

We’re looking for technical AI founders to join our 12–15 week Entrepreneur in Residence (EIR) program at soonami. You'll build your MVP, work with a matched co-founder (if needed), and pitch for $125K in seed funding.

No need to quit your job just yet. You can start part-time and switch to full-time once funded.

Tasks

• After your join Application gets accepted and you proceed to the next step, you'll have to apply for the soonami Venturethon, which is a second process to vet candidates


• Fill out your form on app[.]foundance[.]org/events/soonami-cohort-7


• The above is necessary for shortlisting


• It's a 12-15 week process


• You're supposed to have an idea in the ML, NLP, agents, LLMs, or AI infra/tools and build part of the MVP/basic framework in a 10-day sprint, then improve the product in 8-10 weeks depending on the feedback you receive from us

How It Works:

1. Apply → 10-day MVP sprint


2. Join 12–15 week EIR program


3. Build with us → pitch to our Investment Committee


4. Get funded → go full-time on your AI startup

Requirements

• Experience with ML, NLP, agents, LLMs, or AI infra/tools


• The itch to build and ship fast


• An idea (or want to build one with us)


• A founder mindset + time to commit part-time for 3 months

Benefits

• $1K/month stipend (for 3 months)


• Co-founder matching (if needed)


• Hands-on feedback, mentorship, and founder coaching


• Global builder network


• $125K in funding for selected teams


• Certificate of completion

We’ve Funded Startups Like:

• AuditOne – Raised €800K post-EIR


• Foundance, Rethink Finance, DearFlow, Coda Digital and more…

Welcome to soonami, your premier destination for unleashing the full potential of your startup journey. At soonami, we're not just another venture builder - we're the pioneers of a new generation, leveraging cutting-edge Web 3.0 and AI solutions to propel startups to unprecedented heights.

One of our core beliefs is in the power of a remote-first world. We recognize that talent knows no geographical bounds, and we champion inclusiveness by welcoming founders from all corners of the globe. Whether you're based in Silicon Valley or a small town halfway across the world, soonami provides the platform and support you need to thrive.

Join us as we revolutionize the startup landscape and pave the way for a more connected, collaborative future. Together, let's embark on a journey of innovation, growth, and endless possibilities.

Welcome to soonami - where the future of entrepreneurship begins.