We are Bagel - building the backbone for a decentralized, open-source AI economy. We make open-source models directly monetizable.
We ignore years of experience and pedigree. If you have high agency - meaning your default assumption is that you can control the outcome of whatever situation you are in - we want to hear from you. Every requirement below is flexible for a candidate with high enough agency and tolerance for ambiguity.
Role
Work directly with the CEO and own go to market end to end, land the first partners, loop their feedback into product, iterate to PMF.
Responsibilities
- Map partners, rank by impact and pursue.
- Lead high level technical and commercial conversations.
- Represent Bagel in ML and Blockchain events.
- Track metrics, report learning, adjust strategy.
Requirements (flexible)
- Record of GTM, BD, or partnerships in an early-stage deep tech startups.
- Deep understanding of either the AI or blockchain stack. Knowledge of decentralized-AI tooling (ZK proofs, distributed learning, token based protocols) is a plus.
- Existing network of builders, investors, or partners in AI or blockchain is valued.
- Bias to action and data.
- Crisp written and verbal communication.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary plus founding-team-level equity.
- Direct influence on company trajectory and culture.