AI Lead - Product Engineering

Company Overview

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

Join Function Health leading our AI engineering initiatives, where you'll define and execute a cutting-edge AI product engineering roadmap, 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.

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.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic AI Leadership and Vision: Define and lead a visionary AI Infra 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 Infra 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.

Qualifications/Skills

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.
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.

Nice-to-Have Skills And Experiences

While the core competencies are essential, the following qualifications will distinguish exceptional candidates:

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