Software Private Equity Associate — Hands-On, High-Impact

Alexander Chapman; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-capitalized private equity firm in San Francisco is seeking a Private Equity Associate (1st Year) to join their investment team. This role involves full-cycle exposure across sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio work, with deep involvement in financial modeling and direct interactions with management teams. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in software investment banking and a strong interest in private equity investments. This is a full-time position that offers significant responsibility from day one.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in software investment banking (M&A, LevFin, or sector coverage).
• Clear interest in software private equity and long‑term investing.
• Attention to detail is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Full cycle exposure across sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio work.
• Deep involvement in financial modeling, valuation, and investment memos.
• Interact with management teams, advisors, and senior decision makers.

Skills

Financial modeling

Analytical skills

Interest in software private equity

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

A well-capitalized private equity firm in San Francisco is seeking a Private Equity Associate (1st Year) to join their investment team. This role involves full-cycle exposure across sourcing, diligence, execution, and portfolio work, with deep involvement in financial modeling and direct interactions with management teams. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of experience in software investment banking and a strong interest in private equity investments. This is a full-time position that offers significant responsibility from day one.