Founders Associate

About HeyCharge

Low-cost, high-scale EV charging platform for apartments (and more).

Tech

We unplug managed EV chargers for multi-user environments such as apartment buildings, offices, hotels and more from the internet. Why? The IoT architecture used by most EV chargers today adds cost, installation complexity, and poor user experience when connectivity breaks down (underground, in rural environments, or even during a sporting event). Is it really OK that EV chargers stop working when too many people make a phone call? We fix it! Our patent-pending SecureCharge technology provides secure, scalable management (access control, consumption reporting, telemetry, etc) from ultra-low-cost EV chargers installed anywhere -- with no internet connection at the charger and no internet connection required on the mobile app to use the charger. This provides: * **Lower Cost of Ownership**. HeyCharge chargers have a patent-pending communications architecture that lowers the cost of hardware, installation, and communication costs. * **Consumption Metering & Invoicing**. Our solution covers the measurement of energy consumption for invoicing. * **Manage Multi-User EV Charging Operation**. HeyCharge Management Platform offers everything that is needed for the commissioning, operation, and maintenance of your charging network. * **End-to-End Solution**. HeyCharge delivers customers a simplified and complete EV charging solution that includes hardware, a B2B and B2C software platform and also allows for the monitoring and sale of power to EV owners. * **Easy to Install**. Any electrician can install and activate your HeyCharge chargers without any additional training. We've productized this with a range of hardware devices for the US and European market, and an offer to residential and commercial building operators to supply, install and operate the entire infrastructure in those buildings. We also supply an embeddable, B2B technology platform where customers can built *their own* EV charging product and embed into their own mobile app, but with the unique advantages of our technology.

The role

## SummaryWe’re looking for a **Founder’s Associate** to join HeyCharge and serve as an extension of our founding team. You’ll work directly with the CEO and leadership team on a wide range of strategic, operational, and special projects — from investor materials and market analysis to internal process optimization and product launches. If you’ve ever wanted a front-row seat to how a venture-backed startup scales globally, this is it.This is not a “shadowing” role — you’ll be a **high-impact problem solver** who thrives on taking ownership, figuring things out, and making things happen. One week you might be refining a financial model or preparing for a board meeting; the next, you’re helping coordinate a product rollout or streamlining how information flows across teams. You’ll bring structure to ambiguity, clarity to decisions, and speed to execution.## About HeyChargeHeyCharge is a Munich-based startup on a mission to make EV charging more accessible, reliable, and affordable. While hardware is required for EV charging, it’s incidental to our core offering: our powerful platform simplifies the entire lifecycle of EV charger management. From installation and billing to monitoring and load management, HeyCharge enables property operators to offer EV charging as an amenity without the complexity.As a full-service Charge Point Operator (CPO) in Germany, we work with leading property owners and asset managers to deliver turnkey charging solutions. At the same time, our patented **SecureCharge** technology powers a global platform, allowing other CPOs and OEMs to build their own services with offline-capable, cost-effective, and secure charging infrastructure. With backing from leading investors (including Y Combinator) and a growing international footprint, HeyCharge is scaling rapidly across Europe and beyond.## Responsibilities* Work closely with the CEO and leadership team on **strategic initiatives and cross-functional projects**.* Support **fundraising, investor relations, and business development**, including research, materials, and meeting preparation.* Drive **internal alignment** by coordinating priorities, OKRs, and key company processes.* Support **operations, product, and finance** with data-driven analysis and process improvements.* Create **presentations, reports, and dashboards** that translate complex ideas into clear narratives.* Jump into urgent problems or opportunities — wherever leverage is highest.## Qualifications* Strong analytical and communication skills; you can go from spreadsheet to slide deck without losing the thread.* Background in **business, engineering, finance, or a related field** (consulting, VC, or startup experience a plus).* Comfortable working across functions — **strategy, product, ops, finance, and tech**.* Highly organized, self-directed, and resourceful — you get things done even when the path isn’t obvious.* Tech-savvy and data-curious; experience with tools like **Google Workspace, Notion, HubSpot, and automation platforms** is a plus.* Thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments and loves wearing multiple hats.## Personal Characteristics* **Builder mindset:** You create order, structure, and systems that make life easier.* **Ownership mentality:** You take responsibility and see things through without being asked twice.* **Automation-first:** You seek out ways to streamline repetitive tasks and free up time for higher-value work.* **Relationship builder:** You inspire trust, build strong relationships, and represent HeyCharge with warmth and professionalism.* **Adaptable:** You’re comfortable in a high-growth, ever-changing environment, and not afraid to jump into finance or ops tasks when needed.## Why HeyCharge* Work directly with the founding team of a **Y Combinator-backed, award-winning startup** building the future of EV charging.* Shape strategy, processes, and decisions that have an immediate impact on company trajectory.* Gain first-hand exposure to **fundraising, product development, and international expansion**.* Be part of a small, ambitious team that values **clarity, ownership, and clever solutions** (and knows when to laugh at itself).