Investment Principal (San Francisco-based) at cyber.Fund – a US private investment fund accelerating the cybernetic economy by backing frontier AI, robotics, and blockchain founders

cyber•Fund is dedicated to partnering with founders from genesis to growth stage and beyond. Their mission is to accelerate the transition to an open cybernetic economy by backing entrepreneurs innovating at the intersection of blockchain, artificial intelligence, robotics, and adjacent technologies. Founded in 2014 by Konstantin Lomashuk and Vasiliy Shapovalov, who also founded p2p.org, cyber•Fund has backed over 150 projects, including major blockchain platforms like Ethereum, Cosmos, Solana, and Polkadot. Since 2014, they have worked with leading crypto teams and actively contributed to projects such as P2P.org, =nil; Foundation, and the Lido DAO. They assist with everything from operational and technological decisions to security and research questions, helping companies go from zero to one.

In 2023, they launched a $100 million venture fund to invest in startups developing technologies that combine blockchain with AI and IoT. The mission is to accelerate the transition to a decentralized, programmable economy that benefits humanity. In simple terms, cyber•Fund helps fund and build the technologies that could power the next generation of decentralized, intelligent systems.

Now, they’re looking for an Investment Principal (AI & Robotics) based in San Francisco to lead their presence in the city’s fast-growing AI and robotics ecosystem. This person will be responsible for sourcing high-potential startups, building strong founder relationships, evaluating technical and business potential, and helping cyber•Fund winning competitive deals. You’ll play a key role in expanding the firm’s brand, network, and deal flow in one of the most exciting tech markets in the world.

This is a rare opportunity to join a highly technical, fast-moving team operating at the frontier of venture capital, deep tech, and systems innovation

What you’ll do:

Source and evaluate early-stage AI/robotics startups with high potential
Build relationships with top-tier founders, builders, and other investors
Lead deal execution: diligence, financials, team assessment, and negotiation
Test and evaluate product quality (technical skills are a plus here)
Represent the firm in the SF tech community—events, meetups, and networks
Drive local branding efforts to build a recognizable presence in SF
Help portfolio companies hire top talent by tapping into your network
Track trends and report on insights in the AI/robotics/crypto (optional) space

You might be a fit if you:

Are based in San Francisco or highly active in the SF tech ecosystem
Have a strong investment background (VC, PE, operator-turned-investor)
Understand general investment workflows from sourcing to closing
Have a strong business instinct and founder empathy
Are deeply engaged in the AI and/or robotics space
(Bonus) Have technical fluency—coding, product testing, or technical due diligence
(Bonus) Understand or have interest in crypto/web3

Why join the team:

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our SF strategy and footprint
You’ll have the autonomy to lead investments and make a visible impact
You’ll be joining an ambitious, no-fluff team focused on the future of tech

What we offer:

Full-time role with flexible, remote work (must be SF-based for community building and ecosystem access).
Competitive salary, based on your experience and knowledge.
Join a lean, highly technical team investing in the world’s most ambitious technologies.
Opportunity to lead our presence in the most important frontier-tech ecosystem in the world.
Direct impact on investment decisions, portfolio strategy, and firm evolution.

Application deadline: ASAP.

1. Fill in the application form - attach your CV;

2. Have a Zoom interview with Hire5 Recruiter;

3. Have a Zoom interview with the Head of Operations;

4. Have a Zoom interview with the VC;

5. Have a final Zoom interview with the founder;

6. Get hired!