Founder’s Associate

About Blackboard

At Blackboard we’re building a portfolio of iconic, AI-native apps: AI is reshaping how people use everyday software, and we’re part of that revolution.

We started by launching a leading education app called “Kiwi AI”, used by 1.5M+ students.

We’re growing extremely fast (0 → €1M ARR in just a few months) with a small team of young people (median age is 24!) who love to build and ship things.

We’re now expanding across Europe and launching 2 more apps before the end of the year.

The role

Working side by side with the founders, you’ll grow into running one of our products end-to-end: its P&L, strategy, international growth and day-to-day execution. You’ll have a high degree of autonomy to shape its direction, build the business and drive its success across markets.

What you’ll work on

• Own the product’s P&L: set the targets and manage margins, delivering country by country
• Lead the international expansion, including hiring
• Build the operating system: processes and KPIs that let every country run on its own
• Automate operations: turn repetitive, low value-added tasks into scalable features
• Shape the strategy: interpret data and what you learn in the field to guide every strategic decision

What we look for

• Superior organizational skills: you turn messy operations into simple systems
• High autonomy: you take ownership and drive results independently
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment: you move quickly, adapt as priorities shift, and get energized by the pace of building something ambitious

Requirements

• MBB or investment banking experience (preferred)
• Fluent English
• Full time availability in Milan
• Start: ASAP

What we offer

• An exceptional opportunity for growth: we’re a fast-growing startup; our priority is to help people thrive and quickly step into team-leading roles
• Entrepreneurial teams: our hiring bar is very high; you’ll work in small, autonomous, results-oriented teams
• Stock options
• Full ownership: you call the shots and are accountable for your decisions

Selection process

1. Apply through our Notion form
2. Screening by our team, within days
3. Take-home assignment: you’ll have 72 hours to complete it
4. Technical interview to review and discuss your assignment together
5. Behavioral interview
6. Final interview
7. Written offer, valid for 5 calendar days only

We prioritize signals of excellence over credentials. So, if you have 1-3 years of experience and believe you could excel in this role, please apply.

Before you apply

Blackboard is a demanding environment, and we hold ourselves to a high standard. It leads to extraordinary learning and career growth, but requires real commitment.