Who you are

• This role is best suited for those energized by fast-paced environments, excited to build in a high-growth setting, and deeply motivated by our mission at Function
• If you're looking for meaningful challenges, dynamic work, and the opportunity to make a real impact—we’d love to meet you
• Expertise: Proven experience as a technical lead managing teams of researchers, data scientists, or engineers, with 10+ years of expertise in data science, deep learning, expert systems, generative AI, and machine learning; or 5+ years of experience with a relevant PhD
• Problem-Solving & Innovation: Strong analytical skills with a proven ability to innovate and apply AI creatively to solve complex healthcare problems. Demonstrated expertise in staying ahead of AI trends and leveraging emerging tools to maintain industry leadership
• Ethical Understanding: Commitment to developing responsible AI tools, particularly in healthcare, with a strong understanding of and willingness to implement regulations such as HIPAA and relevant data privacy laws
• Leadership: Proven ability to drive vision and direction for AI teams, aligning goals with organizational objectives. Experienced in building and leading multidisciplinary teams while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
• Communication and Teamwork: Proven ability to effectively communicate complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders, including executives. Strong collaboration skills with departments such as product development, regulatory affairs, and marketing to align AI solutions with company direction
• 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
• Multimodal AI Expertise: Knowledge of integrating diverse data types, such as imaging, genomics, text, and sensor data, into AI pipelines for comprehensive solutions
• Cloud & Edge AI Deployment: Experience in deploying AI solutions on cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and/or edge devices
• Your dedication to these responsibilities will directly contribute to the success of our platform and the satisfaction of our users. We are looking for a proactive, skilled, and forward-thinking individual to join our team and help shape the future of our services

What the job involves

• Join Function Health as our Head of AI, where you'll define and execute a cutting-edge AI roadmap, lead advanced research initiatives, and shape the future of health technology
• You will collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams, mentor a world-class AI team, and apply emerging techniques to solve complex challenges
• With a focus on innovation, technical excellence, and impactful solutions, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting difference in healthcare
• Strategic AI Leadership and Vision: Define and lead a visionary AI roadmap that drives innovation, integrates cutting-edge research into products, and fosters a culture of strategic problem-solving
• Deep Research Orientation: Stay at the forefront of AI advancements, applying emerging techniques like generative AI and knowledge graphs to address challenges and integrate research into practical, impactful solutions
• Team Development and Leadership: Mentor and guide a multidisciplinary AI team, fostering collaboration, innovation, and a focus on long-term, research-driven goals
• Innovation and Technical Excellence: Lead efforts to ensure AI applications are innovative, trustworthy, and compliant with regulations, while shaping the organization's approach to sustainable AI development
• Strategic Planning and Execution: Design and refine a long-term AI roadmap, anticipating market trends and identifying risks and opportunities to keep the company ahead in AI adoption
• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with senior leadership, product teams, and domain experts to align AI strategy with business and clinical priorities, effectively communicating strategic direction and research insights

Benefits

• Choose your own holidays
• 401k Match
• Health Insurance