Staff Software Engineer

Role:

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and Development Leadership: Lead the design and development of sophisticated software solutions, ensuring that they are scalable, robust, and maintainable. Your role will involve actively coding while managing the team, exemplifying the balance between strategic oversight and hands-on contribution. Your expertise will guide the creation of systems that stand the test of time and scale.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Engage in meaningful collaboration with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership and ensuring clarity in all engineering decisions. Your ability to bridge technical and non-technical domains will be critical for our collective success.
• Strategic Project Management: Drive high-impact projects from conception to delivery, aligning closely with Function’s strategic objectives. Your leadership will ensure that projects not only meet but exceed our goals.
• Technical Problem Solving: Tackle and resolve complex technical challenges, setting a benchmark for engineering excellence across the team. Your problem-solving skills will contribute to the continuous improvement of our platform.
• Innovation and Technology Advancement: Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and trends, and apply this knowledge innovatively to our platform. Your curiosity and drive to innovate will help shape the future of healthcare technology at Function.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Proven Experience: At least 12 years of proven experience in software engineering, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity within a startup environment. This should include active coding responsibilities alongside team management, demonstrating your capability to lead complex software development initiatives.
• Passion for Healthcare Innovation: A deep-seated passion for leveraging technology to enhance healthcare and empower individuals in managing their health. Your commitment to making a difference in the healthcare sector is vital.
• Software Development Expertise: Extensive experience in software development, with proficiency in Python. Your technical expertise will be foundational to our engineering efforts.
• Cloud and Containerization Proficiency: Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker) is essential for developing scalable and resilient applications in today’s cloud-centric world.
• Engineering Principles: A strong understanding of software engineering principles and practices, including Agile methodologies, test-driven development (TDD), and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). Your adherence to these practices will ensure high-quality, sustainable code.
• Large-Scale System Development: Experience in building and maintaining large-scale systems, demonstrating your ability to handle projects of significant complexity and scale.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a knack for understanding and simplifying complex systems. Your analytical skills will be crucial in navigating technical challenges.
• Remote Work Compatibility: Comfort with remote work and a track record of effectiveness in a collaborative, distributed team environment. Your ability to work independently and collaboratively will be key to our success.
• Commitment to Learning: A continuous learner, open to questioning assumptions and dedicated to innovation. Your growth mindset will contribute significantly to our evolving platform.

To be a strong fit, you also need:

• Bias Toward Action: Demonstrated ability to take initiative, make decisions under uncertainty, and move projects forward even in the face of ambiguity. We value individuals who are self-starters and ready to act on opportunities and challenges alike.
• Entrepreneurial Spirit: Strong adaptability to changing business needs with a knack for building and optimizing processes. Your entrepreneurial mindset will be crucial in navigating the dynamic landscape of our industry, ensuring our platform remains competitive and responsive to user needs.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills, capable of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Effective communication is vital for cross-functional collaboration and ensuring alignment across our organization.
• Remote Work Adaptability: Comfort with remote work environments, demonstrating the ability to stay productive and connected with the team irrespective of physical location.
• Continuous Improvement: A willingness to question assumptions and a commitment to continuous improvement. Your openness to feedback and dedication to personal and professional growth will contribute significantly to our collective success.

Nice-to-Have Skills and Experiences:

• Data Engineering Background: A solid background in Data Engineering, demonstrating your expertise in managing, processing, and analyzing large data sets to drive decisions and innovations. Your ability to extract valuable insights from complex data will enhance our product offerings and operational efficiency.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced skills in a range of technologies, including Python for backend development, React and React Native for frontend and mobile app development, GCP for cloud services, and Postgres for database management. Your proficiency in these technologies will be critical in developing robust, scalable, and user-friendly solutions.
• Machine Learning Deployment: Experience in building and deploying machine learning services, showcasing your ability to leverage AI and machine learning to solve complex problems and enhance our platform's intelligence and user personalization.
• Start-Up Experience: We highly value individuals with start-up experience, especially former founders or early engineering hires. This experience indicates a versatile skill set and an ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Familiarity with Health Technologies: Knowledge of or experience with popular health technologies, such as Oura, Whoop, Apple Watch, and CGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors). An interest in or experience with health and wellness technologies suggests a passion for leveraging technology to improve personal and community health outcomes.

Key Projects and Initiatives:

• AI-Powered Health Analysis Tools: Take the helm or contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI-powered tools designed to analyze health data. These projects aim to unlock new insights into health and wellness, offering personalized recommendations and predictions to our users. Your work will involve optimizing algorithms, refining data models, and ensuring these tools are both accurate and scalable.
• Enhancing Data Integration: You will play a crucial role in enhancing the integration of diverse data sources with our platform. This initiative is critical to providing a holistic view of our users' health, incorporating data from wearable technologies, medical records, and other relevant sources. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring seamless, secure, and efficient data flow across systems, enriching our platform's capability to deliver comprehensive health insights.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Empowerment in Your Role: Revel in the autonomy to handpick projects that resonate with your passion and expertise. Thrive in a supportive atmosphere where your independence is cherished, free from the constraints of micromanagement.
• Collaborative and Innovative Culture: Become part of a vibrant community that not only values but thrives on collaboration and innovation. Here, swift execution and the celebration of fresh ideas are the bedrock of our success.