Co-Founder CTO - for the AI Factory Venture

Job Title: Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) – AI Innovation in Manufacturing

Location: Northern Israel

About Us:

We are an ambitious startup under the Venture Creation Program of i4Valley incubator, dedicated to revolutionizing the manufacturing industry through the power of artificial intelligence. By bringing cutting-edge AI technology to a traditional sector, we aim to enable unprecedented efficiency and innovation. Operating in stealth mode, we are building a world-class team to shape the future of manufacturing.

The Role:

As CTO and a founding member, you’ll define our technological vision and strategy. During the early stage, you’ll lead the development of our AI-driven platform, streamlining complex workflows. This is an opportunity to build and guide a highly talented technical team while driving innovation in an industry ripe for disruption.

Responsibilities:

●       Define and execute the technological vision, aligning with business goals.

●       Lead an AI-powered platform's early-stage development and deployment, ensuring scalability, reliability, and innovation.

●       Build and mentor a team of exceptional engineers, and AI specialists.

●       Take a hands-on role in early-stage development, including prototyping, proof-of-concepts, and problem-solving.

●       Shape and scale the technical roadmap for sustained competitive advantage.

●       Stay ahead of emerging technologies to ensure state-of-the-art solutions.

●       Collaborate with leadership to align technical and business strategies.

●       Drive a culture of innovation, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Requirements:

●       Proven experience as a CTO, VP of R&D, or similar leadership role in a high-growth tech environment.

●       Deep expertise in AI/ML technologies and their real-world applications.

●       Strong software development background focusing on complex systems, with hands-on coding and architecture skills .

●       Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing technical teams.

●       Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and the ability to execute at scale.

●       Experience working in a startup or entrepreneurial environment, thriving in uncertainty.

●       Familiarity with manufacturing workflows or industrial applications is a significant plus.

●       Excellent communication and leadership skills with a startup mindset.

●       Educational Background:

o   Bachelor’s/Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, AI, or a related field.

o   A Ph.D. in AI, ML, or optimization is an advantage.

What We Offer:

●       An opportunity to earn substantial equity, reflecting your role as a co-founder.

●       During the pre-funding stage, a partial salary will be offered.

●       Opportunity to lead the technological direction of transformative products.

●       The flexibility of a hybrid working environment.

●       A collaborative and innovative team culture focused on making an impact.

Note:

Funding is subject to Israel Innovation Authority approval, backed by i4Valley. Candidates must be based in Northern Israel to align with the venture’s regional goals.

How to Apply:

Ready to take on this challenge and shape the future of manufacturing? We’d love to hear from you! Please contact us via the attached link.

https://wkf.ms/3ZUdT73

Join us, and let’s redefine what’s possible!

Zvika Weinshtock – i4Valley Investor & CTO

Ilan Shaari – Co-Founder & GM of NewCo.