Free Lesson
How to Get Hired at an AI Startup
45 min
Nov 19, 2025 12:00 PM
Virtual (Zoom)
In this video
What you'll learn
Understand the Founder Mindset
Learn how founders evaluate talent & product sense and why some candidates immediately stand out.
Spot Emerging Roles in AI
Understand how AI startups redefine the boundaries between Product, Engineering, and Platform roles.
Position Yourself as a Multiplier
Discover how to present your experience so founders see you as someone who amplifies team impact, not just fills a role.
Navigate Early-Stage Environments
Get strategies for thriving in the ambiguity, speed, and experimentation that define successful AI startups.
Chart Your Career Path
Walk away with practical frameworks for deciding whether to join, lead, or found in the AI startup ecosystem.
Why this topic matters
Ever wondered what founders really look for when building their team?
Join us for a candid conversation on what it takes to stand out and succeed in the world of AI startups. You’ll get an inside look at how platform and technical product roles are evolving, how founders think about hiring and culture fit, and what skills set apart PMs and engineers who thrive in high-velocity AI companies.
You'll learn from
Ty Dunn
Co-founder & CPO @ Continue (YC S23)
Emmanuel Paraskakis
Founder, Level 250 | 3x VP, API Products
Previously at
