Function Health
Software Engineering Manager
USA · Senior
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About the role
- Function was founded with a singular focus: to empower you to live 100 healthy years.
- We're doing that by using the best available technology to make sure people don't suffer or die a preventable death.
- Function has been recognized as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies of 2024 and is venture-backed by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z).
Responsibilities
- Project Execution & Delivery Drive execution of key initiatives from conception through delivery, ensuring alignment with Function's strategic goals and creating systems that scale as we grow.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with product, design, and operations teams to align engineering outcomes with member experience and business priorities.
- Culture & Process Establish engineering practices that support high velocity without compromising quality.
- At Function, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Requirements
- Leadership Experience 12+ years in software engineering, with at least 3+ years in a formal leadership or management role.
- Technical Expertise Strong foundation in software engineering, with proficiency in Python and experience building large-scale distributed systems.
- Operational Excellence Experience driving engineering processes that balance speed with quality, including Agile practices, test-driven development, and continuous integration/deployment.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, make decisions under uncertainty, and move projects forward even in the face of ambiguity.
Nice to have
- While the core competencies are essential, the following qualifications will distinguish exceptional candidates:
- Data Engineering Background:
- 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.
Skills
- Proven success in hiring, coaching, and scaling high-performing teams, ideally in a startup environment.
- 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.
- 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.
- Your ability to extract valuable insights from complex data will enhance our product offerings and operational efficiency.
- This experience indicates a versatile skill set and an ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments.
- Familiarity with Health
- Knowledge of or experience with popular health technologies, such as Oura, Whoop, Apple Watch, and CGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors).
Benefits
- Familiarity with Health Technologies:
- An interest in or experience with health and wellness technologies suggests a passion for leveraging technology to improve personal and community health outcomes.
- We value our team at Function and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, equity options, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged.
- Join the Function Health team and become a part of our mission to revolutionize healthcare.
- Discover more about us and how we're changing the face of healthcare at Function Health.
- Legitimate communication from the Function Health team will always come from an email address ending in @functionhealth.com.
- Team Leadership & Growth Recruit, mentor, and develop world-class engineers, fostering an environment of collaboration, ownership, and continuous learning.
- Technical Direction & Oversight Set the technical vision for projects while ensuring best practices in scalability, performance, and security.
- Innovation & Problem Solving Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and inspire the team to apply innovative solutions to healthcare's toughest challenges.
Company info
- Company Overview: Function was founded with a singular focus: to empower you to live 100 healthy years.
- We are growing our team and seeking out world-class talent that deeply believes in our mission to positively impact global health and have a relentless bias toward action and a growth mindset.
- Function fosters a collaborative and dynamic environment where, every day, we are building the future.
- We are seeking a passionate and driven Engineering Manager to lead and grow our engineering team at Function.
- Work with us to make a difference in the lives of thousands, ensuring a healthier future for all.
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