Berlin (Hybrid / On-site) | Full-time | Loadwise.ai About LoadwiseAI data centers are becoming one of the fastest-growing electricity consumers in history. At the same time, power systems are increasingly driven by renewable generation, creating volatility in prices, carbon intensity, and grid conditions. Loadwise builds software that allows data center infrastructure to respond intelligently to these energy signals. The RoleWe are looking for a Founders’ Associate to work directly with the founding team on the two things that matter most at this stage: winning early customers and keeping the company running while everything else is on fire. The core of the role is commercial: you will help build the company strategy, go-to-market approach, and drive the conversations we have with data center operators and energy market players. You will work directly with the founders and have real influence over how Loadwise positions itself in the market. The role is a launching pad with a trajectory into leadership (e.g., Chief of Staff or commercial leadership in GTM). What You'll Work OnCommercial & Go-to-Market- Define and execute Loadwise’s commercial strategy for data center operators and energy market players- Track trends in AI compute, data center deployment models, and energy markets- Drive development of commercial materials and processes (pitch decks, case studies, pricing, playbooks, CRM) Strategy Projects and Founders’ Office- Own strategic projects end to end (e.g., set up a European demonstration project)- Prepare board meetings, investor communication, financial models, and speaking engagements- Pick up what needs picking up and take full ownership What We're Looking ForBackground- Strong academic track record (business, economics, engineering, natural sciences)- Early career experience in a fast-moving tech company, startup, or consulting- Experience building financial models and managing commercial processes- Exposure to a technical or infrastructure business is a plus (clean-tech, energy, cloud, AI infrastructure) What Makes This Work- You have a founder's mentality and thrive in ambiguity- You write clearly and move fast with follow-through- You leverage AI tools as genuine productivity multipliers- Strong written and verbal communication in English (conversational German a strong plus) What We Offer- Competitive Base & Meaningful Equity for a pre-seed stage company- High Autonomy, Zero Bureaucracy- Your Setup: licenses for whatever keeps you moving; top-of-the-line hardware