Experienced Founder – Full‑Time Role at Sauna.ai

About the role

Sauna.ai is looking for a seasoned founder to join its 20‑person team in San Francisco. This full‑time, on‑site position is designed for someone who can hit the ground running and shape a high‑impact function within the first 90 days.

Key responsibilities

• Define and own a strategic project (engineering, product, or growth) that aligns with your strongest expertise.
• Collaborate with the Wordware team to integrate AI‑driven coworker technology into real‑world workflows.
• Drive rapid execution, delivering measurable results while maintaining product quality and user experience.
• Mentor and influence cross‑functional teams, leveraging your founder experience to accelerate decision‑making.

Required profile

• Founded a company that raised > $5 M, or built a product reaching ≥ $500 k ARR, or led a flagship product at a larger organization.
• Based in the Bay Area or willing to relocate before start date.
• U.S. work authorization (visa sponsorship (O‑1/J‑1) possible for exceptional candidates).
• Ability to onboard in days, not months.

Required skills

What we offer

• Fast‑track hiring process – from application to offer in two weeks for exceptional candidates.
• Opportunity to shape a high‑visibility role in a YC‑backed, $30 M seed‑funded AI startup.
• Collaborative, in‑person environment in the Presidio, San Francisco.