Staff Software Engineer (Healthcare)

TL;DR

Staff Software Engineer (Healthcare): Designing, developing, and implementing software solutions that enable members to access their health data in real time with an accent on scalability, performance, and security. Focus on tackling complex technical challenges and staying at the forefront of emerging technologies.

Location: Remote (US, Canada)

Company

Function was founded with a singular focus: empower you to live 100 healthy years.

What you will do

• Lead the design and development of sophisticated software solutions, ensuring that they are scalable, robust, and maintainable.
• Engage in meaningful collaboration with cross-functional teams, providing technical leadership and ensuring clarity in all engineering decisions.
• Drive high-impact projects from conception to delivery, aligning closely with Function’s strategic objectives.
• Tackle and resolve complex technical challenges, setting a benchmark for engineering excellence across the team.
• Stay at the forefront of emerging technologies and trends, and apply this knowledge innovatively to our platform.

Requirements

• At least 12 years of proven experience in software engineering, with a significant portion in a leadership capacity within a startup environment.
• A deep-seated passion for leveraging technology to enhance healthcare and empower individuals in managing their health.
• Extensive experience in software development, with proficiency in Python.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker) is essential.
• A strong understanding of software engineering principles and practices, including Agile methodologies, test-driven development (TDD), and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Comfort with remote work and a track record of effectiveness in a collaborative, distributed team environment.

Nice to have

• A solid background in Data Engineering.
• 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.
• Experience in building and deploying machine learning services.
• We highly value individuals with start-up experience, especially former founders or early engineering hires.
• Knowledge of or experience with popular health technologies, such as Oura, Whoop, Apple Watch, and CGMs (Continuous Glucose Monitors).

Culture & Benefits

• 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.
• 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.