Software Engineering Manager

Company Overview:

Function was founded with a singular focus: 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). Hundreds of thousands of members have joined Function to take control of their health.

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.

Role:

We are seeking a passionate and driven Engineering Manager to lead and grow our engineering team  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 also need:

• Bias Toward Action: Demonstrated ability to take initiative, make decisions under uncertainty, and move projects forward…