Vice President of Finance

Code Metal is redefining code translation for mission‑critical industries, helping defense partners move more quickly and reliably from algorithm to silicon. Our platform accelerates deployment of DSP, RF, communications, and embedded signal processing algorithms onto heterogeneous compute targets, including GPUs, FPGAs, ASICs, and edge SoCs. We also support automotive, aerospace, and semiconductor partners deploying complex algorithms onto constrained hardware with speed and rigor.

The Opportunity: Shaping the Future of Edge AI

At Code Metal, we aren't just building another software tool; we are creating the operating system for the edge. We provide an automated LLM‑based workflow that empowers developers to deploy complex applications to edge devices with unprecedented speed. As AI moves from the cloud to the physical world—robotics, industrial IoT, and beyond—Code Metal is the bridge.

We are at a pivotal inflection point. We are looking for a VP of Finance who views “finance” not just as spreadsheets and audits, but as a strategic engine to scale a generational deep‑tech company.

The Role

We need a builder in the truest sense. You will be responsible for taking our current foundation and architecting a world‑class finance function. You’ll be the right hand to the leadership team, ensuring we have the capital, discipline, and strategic insight to scale from $10M to $100M+.

This isn’t a “sit back and manage” role. We need someone scrappy, hard‑working, and deeply technical who isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty with accounting entries one hour and lead a board‑level strategic planning session the next.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Scaling: lead the financial transition from an early‑stage startup to a scaled enterprise, managing everything from bookings, backlog, and revenue forecasting to complex cap table management.
• Operational Excellence: build and oversee the entire accounting function (AP/AR, payroll, tax, audit). You’ll ensure our books are Big Four ready while maintaining startup agility.
• Capital Allocation: manage burn, optimize runway, and partner with the CEO on future fundraising rounds and investor relations.
• AI‑Driven Finance: leverage your technical background to implement cutting‑edge AI tools to automate internal workflows, making our finance department a model of efficiency.
• Cross‑Functional Partnership: work closely with Engineering and Sales to align product milestones with financial targets and go‑to‑market strategies.

Who You Are

• Startup Veteran: You’ve been in the trenches. You have a proven track record of scaling a company from the $10M mark through significant growth phases.
• Accounting Expert: You likely started in accounting or have a CPA. You understand the “why” behind the numbers and can build a robust compliance foundation.
• Scrappy & Driven: You don’t wait for a manual; you write it. You thrive in fast‑paced, sometimes ambiguous environments and possess a “no task is too small” attitude.
• Technically Minded: You have a genuine interest in or experience with AI and deep tech. You can speak the language of our engineers and understand the unit economics of AI infrastructure.
• Team‑First: You are a low‑ego, high‑output collaborator who cares deeply about the mission and the people.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3+ years in a high‑growth startup leadership role.
• Deep expertise in core financial metrics & KPIs and hardware/edge‑related business models.
• Strong proficiency in modern finance stacks (e.g., NetSuite, Rippling, Mosaic, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills—able to distill complex financial data into actionable insights for the Board and the team.

Why Code Metal

• Impact: you will be a core member of the leadership team.
• Innovation: we are solving some of the hardest problems in AI and hardware.
• Culture: a high‑intensity, high‑reward environment where we value “the work” above all else.

Are you ready to build the financial backbone of the Edge AI revolution?

Benefits

• Pay depends on experience, but we strive to be at the upper end of the salary range.
• Health care plan with 100% premium coverage, including medical, dental, and vision.
• 401k with 5% matching.
• Paid Time Off (uncapped vacation, plus sick and public holidays).
• Flexible hybrid or remote work arrangement.
• Relocation assistance for qualifying employees.

We are an equal opportunity employer. US Citizenship may be required for certain project assignments involving security clearance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.