Who We Are
VULCAIN Ventures is a Venture Capitalist that takes equity in exchange of expertise, led by Nicolas DUCHEMANN—software engineer, repeat CTO and AI architect. We back ambitious founders by joining the cap‑table and assuming strategic ownership of the product & technology stack.
What We Do
Four pillars of support for ambitious founders
👨💼CTO‑in‑Residence
We embed at C‑level, design the architecture, hire & mentor the team, and guide you to product–market fit.
👥Fractional Engineering Org
Access a vetted network of senior engineers, DevOps and AI specialists without growing fixed payroll.
💰Capital & Connectivity
Selective cheque writing (pre‑seed to Series A) plus introductions to VCs, cloud credits and enterprise pilots.
📊Governance & Scale
Implement board‑level KPIs, security posture, cloud cost controls and exit‑ready documentation.
Our Edge
What sets us apart in the market
Forge pedigree – SaaS computer‑vision, cloud‑native micro‑services, AI tooling.
Full‑stack playbook – Node.js / Python, Postgres / MongoDB, Docker → Kubernetes, AWS → Azure.
Repeat zero‑to‑one execution – From whiteboard to production in tightly‑managed sprints.
Aligned incentives – Fees are minimal; real upside is in our equity stake—your success = our return.
Investment Thesis
Our investment criteria and approach
Investment Criteria
Software‑defined industries where code replaces legacy workflows.
Data moats & AI leverage that compound defensibility.
Capital‑efficient models able to ship, learn and iterate fast.
Investment Details
How to Partner
Our straightforward partnership process
Intro Call
30 min chemistry test
Technical Deep‑Dive
architecture & roadmap review
Term Sheet
equity + engagement scope
Execution
we ship, you scale
Ready to Get Started?
Book a 30-minute intro call to discuss your project, explore partnership opportunities, and see if we're a good fit.
Proven Track Record
Experience across industry leaders and innovative companies
Technical leadership experience with enterprises, startups, and research institutions
Tech Stack
Modern technologies and frameworks we use to build exceptional solutions
Let's Forge Together
Ready to turn your vision into reality? Get in touch to start the conversation.
Get in Touch
Email us to discuss partnership opportunities:
hello@vulcain.vcLocation & Availability
Locations: Paris • Remote‑first
We work with ambitious founders across Europe and North America, providing both hands-on technical leadership and strategic capital.
Partnership Types:
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