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The team transforming the industry is being built right here.

A restaurant's sales, kitchen and capital live in three separate worlds today. We bring them together into a single infinite loop — and we're growing the team that does it.

Why we're here

We've worked with 5,500 restaurants. We heard the same sentence thousands of times.

"Business is good but I have no cash." That sentence isn't an accounting problem; it's a systemic one. Even with strong revenue, supplier terms, payday and rent all fall in the same week; the bank asks for a balance sheet, while the business only has yesterday's revenue in hand.

are8 stands exactly in that gap. We give the software for free so the business becomes visible; once visible, it can access capital. Every step on the road to becoming the service bank of SMEs, we take with a team that knows the field.

5,500+
Restaurants we work with in the field
4 products
One backbone from sales to capital
TR & EU
A growth track in two markets
Culture

We write how we work without dressing it up.

01
Those who don't know the field don't decide

In a product meeting we say "I saw this at that branch" instead of "I think." Every team member spends their first month watching a full service shift at a restaurant from start to finish.

02
Free is not the same as cheap

We give the product at no cost but we don't compromise on quality. For us a free user is not a "trial user"; they are the real user who builds the visibility of the system.

03
No number, no claim

If you propose an improvement, bring its measure too. We don't start work where you can't write down what you'll change, by how much and in what time.

04
In finance, clarity beats haste

We're working with a business's cash flow. Being fast matters; but making the terms understandable and doing what we say matters more.

05
Small team, broad responsibility

No one works in a single box. The account manager sees the product, the engineer sees the field, the intern sees the real customer. Responsibility is shared, ownership isn't diluted.

Open positions

6 open positions. All based in Istanbul.

Expand a position's details, and if it's a fit write directly to hr@are8.net. If you can't find what you're looking for, leave an open application.

What you'll do
Run the process with chain and franchise networks from first contact to contractAnalyze the business's branch, collection, production and supply structure to define the right module scopePrepare proposals, deliver demos and manage all stakeholders in the decision processTrack the pilot branch together with the setup and training team during onboardingRelay field needs to the product team in a structured way
What we look for
B2B sales experience in the restaurant, food or retail sectorUnderstanding of decision processes and franchise dynamics in chain structuresAbility to speak in numbers: command of revenue, cost and profitability conceptsNo obstacle to field visits and out-of-town travelA class-B driving licence and active driving is a plus
Location
Istanbul · Ataşehir
Work model
On-site + field visits
Travel
Regular, including out of town
Email hr@are8.netYour email app opens with the subject line and a template · attach your CV
What you'll do
Build the support team and design the shift and escalation structureFeed the AI support assistant's knowledge base with requests from the fieldSet up and report resolution time, first-contact resolution and satisfaction metricsReduce recurring issues to root cause and turn them into lasting fixes with the product teamRun the proactive outreach and churn-prevention program for key customers
What we look for
Experience leading a support or customer experience team (preferably SaaS)A habit of managing with metrics; able to work with tables and reportsComposure and clear communication in intense operationsKnowing the restaurant sector is a strong advantageNo obstacle to travel for customer visits when needed
Location
Istanbul · Ataşehir
Work model
On-site
Team
First lead of the team to be built
Email hr@are8.netYour email app opens with the subject line and a template · attach your CV
What you'll do
Do feature engineering from revenue, collection, cancellation and seasonality signalsDevelop, validate and monitor business scoring and pre-limit recommendation modelsEnsure the explainability of model outputs — the reasoning behind a decision must be readableBuild LLM-based flows for the support assistant and automate quality measurementMove and maintain the data pipeline into production together with the product team
What we look for
Strong hands-on experience with Python and a modern ML toolsetExperience in scoring/risk modeling with tabular data (finance or a similar field is a plus)Having shipped models to production; not just notebook experienceA conscientious working habit around explainability and data privacyLLM-based product development experience is a plus
Location
Istanbul · hybrid
Work model
Part of the week in the office
Team
Together with the product and data team
Email hr@are8.netYour email app opens with the subject line and a template · attach your CV
What you'll do
Carry out are8 POS / Table setups on-site and remotelyBuild the menu, category, recipe and price structure together with the businessCommission printer, kiosk and terminal devicesTrain the business team on usage and keep training materials up to dateDo first-week follow-up after setup and hand over to the support team
What we look for
Knowing restaurant operations (kitchen, cashier or floor experience is a big advantage)Practicality in technical device setup; patient and clear explanationFlexibility to work during peak service hoursNo obstacle to frequent field visits and out-of-town travelA class-B driving licence
Location
Istanbul · Ataşehir
Work model
On-site + heavy field work
Travel
Frequent, including out of town
Email hr@are8.netYour email app opens with the subject line and a template · attach your CV
What you'll do
Pre-assess incoming limit applications and prepare the fileRun daily operations and reconciliation with partner financing companiesDesign supplier financing setups (terms, installments, discounts) together with the businessBuild the dealer limit and instant collection model for chain headquartersMonitor portfolio quality; catch delay signals early and take action
What we look for
Credit/risk experience on the banking, financing company or fintech sideFinancial analysis and financial-statement reading skills in the SME segmentFamiliarity with processes under Law No. 6361 is a plusThe ability to build processes: designing a flow rather than just solving a single fileNo obstacle to travel for customer and partner visits
Location
Istanbul · Ataşehir
Work model
On-site + partner visits
Travel
Occasional
Email hr@are8.netYour email app opens with the subject line and a template · attach your CV
What you'll do
Full participation in one of the teams (product, finance, operations or data)Analyze with field data and present findings to the teamJoin user interviews and structure the notesTake a small but owned piece of work from start to finish
What we look for
University student or new graduateAble to be in the office at least 3 days a weekCuriosity: not afraid to ask "why does it work this way?"Comfortable with Excel/Sheets; basic technical skill in an area is a plusOpen to joining field visits
Location
Istanbul · Ataşehir
Work model
On-site, flexible days
Duration
3–6 months, extendable
Email hr@are8.netYour email app opens with the subject line and a template · attach your CV
Transparency

We write down what we offer and what we don't, up front.

We're at an early stage. Instead of writing long benefit lists and explaining later, we share today's reality. As we grow, this section will grow too — and when it changes, you'll see it here.

Read our vision →
What we offer today
✓Meal card (Multinet / Sodexo / Ticket options)✓Central office in Istanbul, Ataşehir✓Being inside the decision: real ownership in a small team✓Access to the field: working one-on-one with real businesses
What we don't offer yet
—Private health insurance — we don't offer it yet—Remote work (positions other than AI Engineer are on-site)—Extra benefits like a learning / sports budget—Equity or an option program
Process

Four steps, two weeks on average.

015 business days
Application and first read

We read every application that comes to hr@are8.net; suitable candidates receive a first interview invitation.

0230–40 min
Intro conversation

Mutual expectations, the work model and the real daily reality of the position. We talk plainly.

0360 min
Case / technical session

We think together over a real are8 problem. We look for approach, not memorization.

041 week
Field day and offer

You spend half a day at a restaurant; then the offer and a start plan.

You're not on the list but you should be here.

We read your open applications. In a few paragraphs, tell us what you do, what you want to change and where you stand at are8; attach your CV.

Applications are answered within 5 business days