Startup Ecosystem Associate

Backblaze

Remote, US
Base: $105,000 - $131,000; bonus/equity: rsu grant...
Remote
2-4 years startup ecosystem experience
Hubspot or salesforce crm proficiency
Strong written communication skills
Backblaze is seeking a Startup Ecosystem Associate for its remote team, focusing on operational tasks within the Flamethrower Startup Program. The role emphasizes hands-on execution and relationship building within the startup ecosystem, targeting candidates with a background in startup operations or community management

Job Summary

  • This role serves as the operational engine behind the Backblaze Flamethrower Startup Program, managing everything from application triage to credit workflows.
  • The position requires a high-ownership individual who takes pride in execution and detailed administrative work rather than just attending conferences.
  • Backblaze offers competitive compensation, RSU grants, healthcare for family, and a flexible vacation policy to support employee well-being.

Matching Summary

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Backblaze is seeking a Startup Ecosystem Associate for its remote team, focusing on operational tasks within the Flamethrower Startup Program. The role emphasizes hands-on execution and relationship building within the startup ecosystem, targeting candidates with a background in startup operations or community management.

Salary

Base: $105,000 - $131,000; Bonus/Equity: RSU grants for full-time employees; Benefits: Healthcare, 401K, Flexible vacation, Childcare bonus

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 2-4 years startup ecosystem experience
  • HubSpot or Salesforce CRM proficiency
  • Strong written communication skills
  • Operational excellence mindset
  • Self-directed workload management

Nice-to-have

  • Prior accelerator or VC firm experience
  • Familiarity with cloud infrastructure
  • Comfort with travel and non-standard hours
  • Existing network of seed funds and accelerators

Key Requirements

  • 2-4 years experience in startup ecosystems
  • Experience with HubSpot or comparable CRM
  • Demonstrated comfort with operational details

Work Rights

Not specified

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