Lead and grow an engineering team, set technical vision, drive delivery of scalable secure systems, partner with product/design, establish engineering practices (Agile, CI/CD, TDD), mentor engineers, and promote innovation to advance Function's healthcare platform.
Company Overview
Role
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications/Skills
To be a strong fit, you embody our Core Values
Why You'll Love Working With Us
Function Health is the AI operating system for health, designed to empower people to live 100 healthy years. We are redefining how individuals understand, measure, and improve their health by moving beyond the limitations of traditional care and enabling comprehensive, continuous insight into human biology. Function has been recognized as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024, and is venture-backed by Redpoint and other leading venture firms. Over half a million members have joined Function to take control of their health.
Through comprehensive lab testing, MRI and CT imaging, longitudinal data, and guidance from AI and clinical teams, Function gives members a complete and continuous view of their health — and the clarity to act on it. Through acquisitions across imaging, mobile phlebotomy, and supplement tracking and optimization, Function is building an integrated health platform that spans the full path from testing to health clarity to daily action.
Function recently announced a $298M Series B and is entering its next chapter of growth. As we scale, the quality and durability of our People systems, data, and insights will directly shape our ability to attract, retain, and support exceptional talent.
We are growing our team and seeking out world-class talent that deeply believes in our mission to positively impact global health, has a relentless bias toward action, and a growth mindset. Function fosters a collaborative and dynamic environment where every day we build the future.
Role
We are seeking a passionate and driven Engineering Manager to lead and grow our engineering team at Function. In this role, you will not only guide technical execution but also inspire and mentor engineers, creating an environment where innovation thrives. You’ll partner closely with product and design to deliver scalable, secure, and impactful software that empowers our members to access their health data in real time.
This is a role for someone energized by building both teams and systems. You’ll shape the engineering culture, set technical direction, and help us scale with excellence as we revolutionize healthcare technology. If you’re looking for an easy job, a slow-moving corporation, or a predictable 9-to-5, this role isn’t for you. We’re seeking a leader with energy, creativity, and deep commitment to Function’s mission.
Key Responsibilities
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. Guide the team in making strong architectural decisions and maintaining technical excellence.
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. Communicate clearly across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Culture & Process
- Establish engineering practices that support high velocity without compromising quality. Champion Agile methodologies, CI/CD, and a culture of testing, measurement, and iteration.
Innovation & Problem Solving
- Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and inspire the team to apply innovative solutions to healthcare’s toughest challenges.
Qualifications/Skills
Leadership Experience
- 12+ years in software engineering, with at least 3+ years in a formal leadership or management role. Proven success in hiring, coaching, and scaling high-performing teams, ideally in a startup environment.
Technical Expertise
- Strong foundation in software engineering, with proficiency in Python and experience building large-scale distributed systems. While this role emphasizes leadership, you should be able to engage deeply with technical discussions.
Cloud & Infrastructure Knowledge
- Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) for scalable, resilient applications.
Healthcare & Mission Alignment
- Passion for healthcare innovation and empowering individuals to better manage their health through technology.
Operational Excellence
- Experience driving engineering processes that balance speed with quality, including Agile practices, test-driven development, and continuous integration/deployment.
Remote Leadership
- Effective at leading and building culture in a distributed team environment. Strong communication skills and ability to build trust across time zones.
Growth Mindset
- A continuous learner who challenges assumptions and inspires curiosity across the team.
To be a strong fit, you embody our Core Values
- Ruthless Prioritization:
- We don’t let perfect get in the way of progress.
- We move quickly to drive value, not perfection.
- We prioritize what drives impact.
- We never compromise on standards of excellence.
- Member-First, Always:
- We design and deliver like we’re caring for someone we love.
- We create calendar, actionable, human experience.
- We prioritize responsiveness, peace of mind, and outcomes.
- We empower members with truth, clarity, and care.
- One Team, Moving Fast:
- We are aligned in purpose, prioritization, and speed.
- We gather diverse perspectives to make informed decisions.
- We clear paths for each other and move fast together.
- We communicate clearly and respectfully, rallying around shared goals.
- Radical Ownership, Relentless Execution:
- We don’t just ship– we own outcomes and drive results.
- We act with urgency and precision
- We anticipate, initiate, and follow through.
- We meet challenges with grit and pragmatism.
- We embrace new tech to deliver better outcomes.
- Mission Over Ego:
- We are ruthlessly aligned to our mission - and leave ego at the door.
- We disagree and commit.
- We don't tolerate politics or withholding information.
- We operate with honesty, transparency, and respect.
- Sustained Integrity in Every Detail:
- We earn trust by obsessing over accuracy, quality, and clarity in everything we do.
- We prioritize clinical precision - data must be right.
- We sweat the details because outcomes depend on them.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
We value our team at Function and offer a competitive salary and benefits package, flexible working hours, and a dynamic work environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who is passionate about using technology to improve people’s lives, we would love to hear from you.
At Function, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, ancestry, religion, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, marital status, Veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.
Join the Function Health team and become a part of our mission to build a healthier future for all. Discover more about us and how we're changing the face of healthcare at Function Health.
Important Notice: Legitimate communication from the Function Health team will always come from an email address ending in @functionhealth.com. Function Health will never request personal information such as banking details or payment during the hiring process. Please be cautious of communications or job offers that come from other email domains, instant messaging platforms, or unsolicited calls. If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of a communication, please reach out to us directly at [email protected].
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