Software Engineer, Runna
Modelling
£47.5-65k
Plus participation in Strava's long-term incentive (stock) programs
More information about location
2-3 days a week in office (Vauxhall, London)
Tailored running training plans
Be an early applicant
Tailored running training plans
101-200 employees
Be an early applicant
£47.5-65k
Plus participation in Strava's long-term incentive (stock) programs
More information about location
2-3 days a week in office (Vauxhall, London)
101-200 employees
Company mission
To make running training effective, enjoyable and easy for everyone.
Role
Who you are
- We’d generally expect ~1-2 years of experience in a software engineering, modelling focussed position for this role, however expect this to vary candidate to candidate!
- Proficiency in Python (object orientated) programming, with experience writing production quality code (ideally in large python projects!)
- Able to design and implement complex algorithms (e.g. how should I schedule exercises in someone’s week), and comfortable with quantitative methods and approaches to solving problems - gained through various experiences or studies (e.g., Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Engineering degree or equivalent practical experience)
- Testing modelling focused software to ensure quality and maintainability
- A pragmatic mindset, with excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Analytical and detail-oriented, with a commitment to producing high-quality work
- Enthusiasm for our ways of working which include
- Working within a highly-skilled engineering team in a fast-paced, iterative environment
- Iterative development, continuous deployment and test automation
- Knowledge sharing, pair programming, collaborative design & development
- Shared code ownership & cross-functional teams
Desirable
- Have an understanding of deployment, release cycles or CI/CD
- Have exposure to delivering features end-to-end, from architecture design and building through to releasing, testing and supporting
What the job involves
- As a cross functional (engineering, product, design, coaching) team of >20, the Train Team work at the heart of Runna’s mission: delivering the best training possible to hundreds of thousands of runners worldwide
- From creating and dynamically adjusting optimal, personalised training plans at scale, to analysing performance data to make training adjustment recommendations, to providing insight to users derived from their training and environment - we do it all
- You’ll be working on the training engine, creating and dynamically adjusting optimal, personalised training plans for hundreds of thousands of active users
- Building, testing and delivering new and improved features (such as Ultra training plans, New To Running plans, adaptions for menstrual cycles, illness, climate… the list goes on!)
- Experimenting to improve the engine with new algorithms, design patterns, optimisations and white box modelling approaches
- Collaborating with coaches to best deliver their expertise to users
- Using a data-led approach to influence algorithms where possible
- Designing and implementing test approaches to ensure consistency and accuracy of plans
Application process
- Our aim is to keep the interview process as straightforward and enjoyable as possible, and will consist of the following stages:
- Introductory chat (25-minute video call)
- Take Home Technical Task (max 1-2 hours to complete)
- 1.5 hour technical interview (the first half of the call will be used to discuss the take-home technical task from the previous stage and the second half will be some general architecture/tech questions)
- Meet the team and in-person chat (in-person chat with founder(s), rest of the team and technical discussion)
Salary benchmarks
Our take
As a way to keep fit, running has shot up in popularity in recent years, partially due to accessibility, especially during the pandemic. But for those who want to take running to the next level – whether that be a 5K or a marathon – it can be difficult to know where to start in terms of a training plan. Runna supplies an app with personalised training plans for all types of runs, to help people achieve their running and fitness goals.
Runna was founded in 2020 by running enthusiasts for running enthusiasts, in response to the lack of tools – save paying a professional trainer – available to help runners train. Although there is a wealth of day-to-day running apps available, where Runna stands out is in providing training plans for specific races, which can be distinguished by distance and goal time. In addition, it does this whilst maintaining a sense of community, which has proven to be a popular feature amongst other running apps, and still caters to a range of experience levels.
Runna has seen consistent subscriber growth since its launch, serving thousands of users globally. The company plans to build and scale into the future, reach more customers, and expand its team. An acquisition by fitness giant Strava will help it on its way to achieving these aims.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
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Company
Funding (last 2 of 3 rounds)
Nov 2023
$6.7m
SEED
Dec 2022
$2.6m
SEED
Total funding: $10.2m
Company benefits
- Own a part of Runna: We want you to own a part of the company you're building. Everyone who joins Runna receives a generous stock options package
- Grow with us: As one of our early hires, you'll have a unique opportunity to shape and influence Runna's product and culture from the beginning
- Learn and develop: We work with all of the latest tools and technologies so you can learn at the cutting edge of product development
- Team socials: We're a friendly bunch and like to make work-like fun, whether that's lunches and dinners or our bi-weekly team run
- Paid vacation: We want people to take time off to rest and rejuvenate. Runna offers 25 vacation days + bank holidays
- Tools: You'll receive all new equipment including a laptop, running watch of your choice, and anything else you need to do your best work
- Get paid to Run(na): We have a dedicated hour block each week where you'll get paid to run! Whether you want to build up to your first 5k or do that tough intervals sessions it's up to you!
- Enhanced family care: 3 months fully paid when you welcome a new Runna into the family, as well as fertility support & a host of other benefits
Company HQ
Vauxhall, London, UK
Leadership
Dom Maskell
(Co-Founder & CEO)Previously an Officer Cadet at the RAF and worked both as a Business Analyst and later Product Manager at McKinsey & Company.
Ben Parker
(Co-Founder & Head Coach)Former Personal Trainer and Running Coach. Owned Ben Parker Fitness. Previously a Spin & Pilates Class instructor at Roehampton Club, and Activities Manager at Mark Warner.
Walter Holohan
(CTO)Initially joined Runna as a Technical Lead before being promoted to CTO. Prior to Runna, they were a React Native Developer at 11:FS, a Full Stack Engineer at Nationwide Building Society and a Director at Spartn.
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