talent lead

what is wordware?

we're building the all-in-one platform for AI development.

here's what that actually means:

the core idea: if the assembly language for new reasoning units (LLMs) is English, let's put it front and centre and incorporate the best concepts from software engineering:

• conditional statements

• loops

• function calling functions (aka in fancy language multi-agent communication) — this is more difficult than it seems because of the needed type system (see below)

• type system (especially important for interacting with multimodal LLMs where one output might have to be transformed to be passed on forward to the next step of the flow which might incorporate an LLM which can only interact with specific modalities)

• easy linking with Tools (custom or prebuilt and ready to use: speech-to-text, image generation, ElevenLabs, research and many more

the ide: where the magic happens like notion met vscode and had a baby. build and test AI flows instantly, see results in real-time, iterate fast.

deployment: choose your flavor

• api mode:

  • plug your AI engine straight into your product

  • forget about prompt management hell

  • focus on features, not infrastructure

• workflow mode:

  • automate your work with triggers and actions

  • start small, scale to entire business processes

  • connect everything - it's an operating system for AI

• wordapps & repository:

  • deploy as public/private web apps

  • share your flows github-style

  • let others fork and build on your work

  • control what people see (from basic UI to full process)

p.s. pls don't use zero prompt ai, we get enough of these to know immediately 😂

TL;DR: We're building the operating system for AI development and need an exceptional Talent Lead who understands the technical landscape, founder mindset, and venture ecosystem. You'll architect our talent strategy as we scale from our $30M seed round into a category-defining company.

The Mission

Wordware (YC S24) is creating the definitive toolkit for AI development with 350k users and the largest seed round out of YC ($30M). We're assembling a team of builders who can turn our vision into reality—people who have walked the path of founders, operated at the edge of AI innovation, or evaluated the space from the VC perspective.

Your Impact

As Talent Lead, you'll design and execute our talent acquisition strategy with a focus on identifying and attracting senior technical and go-to-market leaders who have built or invested in AI companies. You'll work directly with our founding team to:

• Architect our talent strategy:

  • Design scalable recruiting frameworks for AI engineering and GTM talent

  • Build relationships with former AI founders, technical leaders and VCs

  • Create selection processes that identify exceptional talent with founder DNA

  • Develop our talent brand in the AI ecosystem

• Lead strategic hiring initiatives:

  • Personally source and close senior AI engineers, product leaders, and GTM executives

  • Navigate complex compensation discussions with experienced candidates

  • Evaluate technical and entrepreneurial backgrounds beyond traditional metrics

  • Build a talent pipeline of people who thrive in high-autonomy environments

• Shape company culture:

  • Ensure our unique culture scales with operational excellence

  • Maintain our high bar while moving with urgency

  • Translate our vision into compelling narratives that attract the right people

  • Be the steward of our talent brand internally and externally

  • Direct creation of innovative recruiting content like this video that captures our unique approach

Your Background

You've likely:

• Led talent acquisition at an AI startup, technical venture firm, or successful tech company

• Founded or been an early employee at an AI hiring company or technical recruiting startup

• Worked in venture capital with a focus on AI investments and talent

• Built networks across the AI, engineering, and startup ecosystems

• Demonstrated ability to close senior technical and go-to-market leaders

• Deeply understand what motivates high-performers in the AI space

The Details

• Location: San Francisco (on-site) - we're building something transformative and need you in the room

• Compensation: Competitive base + equity that reflects the strategic importance of this role

• Team: Direct partnership with founders and executive team

• Culture: Work hard, recharge hard - we're building for the long term

• Tech: Our platform combines a programming language for AI, an intuitive IDE, and flexible deployment options

Why Now?

We've proven product-market fit with 350k users, secured significant capital, and are ready to scale deliberately. The AI development landscape is evolving rapidly, and we're positioned to become the definitive platform. The talent we bring in now will shape our trajectory for years to come.

How To Apply

If you're ready to help build a generational company, email sebastian@wordware.ai with:

1. Your experience building teams in AI or technical domains

2. Examples of senior technical or founder-type candidates you've successfully recruited

3. Your perspective on what makes great talent acquisition in AI different

Include links to your LinkedIn/GitHub/portfolio and any companies you've built or invested in.

Note: We judge you on what you build, not when you build it. We're looking for people who want to create something iconic and know when to push hard and when to recharge. If you've ever faced an impossible talent challenge and thought "LFG" - we need to talk.