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Bessemer Venture Partners
San Francisco, California
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Bessemer Venture Partners helps entrepreneurs lay strong foundations to build and forge long-standing companies. With more than 145 IPOs and 300 portfolio companies in the enterprise, infrastructure, consumer, and healthcare spaces, Bessemer supports founders and CEOs from their early days through every stage of growth. Bessemer's global portfolio has included Anthropic, Pinterest, Shopify, Twilio, LinkedIn, PagerDuty, DocuSign, Fiverr, and Toast, and has more than $20 billion of assets under management.
Bessemer has teams of investors and partners located in Tel Aviv, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, New York, London, Hong Kong, Boston, and Bangalore. Born from innovations in steel more than a century ago, Bessemer's storied history has afforded its partners the opportunity to celebrate and scrutinize its best investment decisions (see Memos) and also learn from its mistakes (see Anti-Portfolio).
We are hiring an Investment Associate or Senior Associate to focus on the rapidly evolving AI ecosystem. As a “full stack” investor, you will be responsible for engaging across the full investment lifecycle, from thesis development through portfolio support. This role reports to Mike Droesch
. You will work closely with him, while also receiving mentorship from other senior partners and team members at Bessemer, who will invest heavily in your development and growth.
We are looking for someone with an exceptional work ethic who is entrepreneurial, curious, resourceful, and competitive. The right candidate takes full ownership of programs and initiatives with minimal direction, knows how to figure things out, and knows when to ask for help. You are willing to tackle any task, no matter how big or small, and are drawn to unconventional ideas.
Ideal start date: Q3 2026 (flexible)
Location: San Francisco, CA — in office 3 to 4+ days per week
Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $175,000–$225,000 per year, based on the level (Associate vs. Senior Associate) and experience of the candidate.
Eligible employees receive annual performance bonuses based on both individual and company performance.
Opportunity to participate in the firm's carry structure and share in the long-term success of our investments.
Equity & Investment Opportunities
Opportunities to co-invest in deals alongside the firm, fee-free.
Access to a competitive retirement savings plan, including a 401(k).
Health & Wellness Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Life and disability insurance coverage.
Health and wellness programs, including a family planning allowance via Carrot.
Work-Life Balance & Paid Time Off
Flexible paid time off plus 15+ company holidays, including winter break.
Generous parental leave policy.
In-office perks: provided lunches, snacks, and beverages. Business casual attire.
Professional Development & Mentorship
We invest heavily in the growth of our investors.
Annual professional development stipend alongside company-wide learning and development programs targeted toward investors.
1:1 mentorship from members of the firm-wide investment team.
How to Apply
Interested in joining our team? Please complete the application via the link below. We look forward to learning more about how you can contribute to Bessemer.
We recommend applying as soon as possible. This is a rolling application — we will continue reviewing candidates and interviewing until the position is filled.
All candidates must apply through the Greenhouse form below.
Due to the high volume of inbound interest, emails sent directly to Bessemer employees regarding this position will not be read or responded to. If your background is a strong fit, our recruiting team will be in touch to schedule next steps. Questions? Contact recruiting@bvp.com.
We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace rooted in curiosity, empowerment, collaboration, intellectual honesty, and ongoing learning and mentorship, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process are encouraged to contact us to request one.
California Fair Chance Act Statement
Bessemer Venture Partners will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and other applicable law. A background check will only be conducted after a conditional offer of employment has been made.
California CCPA Applicant Privacy Notice
This notice is provided pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). In connection with your application, Bessemer Venture Partners collects personal information about applicants, including contact information, employment and education history, professional references, and information provided during the hiring process. This information is used solely for recruitment and hiring purposes and is not sold to third parties. For more information about how we handle applicant data, please contact HR@BVP.com.
Bessemer Venture Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We make all employment decisions based on individual qualifications, business needs, and applicable law — without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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