Lead Product Designer, Seed
$145-165k
+ Equity
Probiotics for improving human and planetary health
Job no longer available
Probiotics for improving human and planetary health
201-500 employees
Job no longer available
$145-165k
+ Equity
201-500 employees
Company mission
To improve the health of people and the planet through pioneering the use of microbes and bacteria.
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Company mission
To improve the health of people and the planet through pioneering the use of microbes and bacteria.
63% employee growth in 12 months
Our take
Seed Health is a microbial company that researches, develops and sells probiotic supplements to boost gastrointestinal, dermatological oral, pediatric and nutritional health.
The last decade has seen a renewed focus on probiotics and gut health in particular, with scores of companies bringing supplements to market. However, the efficacy of many of these is still shrouded in doubt and lacking in insightful scientific research. Seed appears committed to upping (and setting) the standard. The company’s chief scientist, Dr Gregor Reid, is a global authority in microbial sciences, having chaired the UN-WHO panel that first defined the term “probiotics”. On top of this, the company’s advisory board comes with a strong resume in microbiology, immunology, genetics, metabolomics, gastroenterology, paediatrics, environmental sciences and women’s health.
The next big step for Seed Health will be to rise above an already crowded marketplace while continuing R&D for new product categories, with a particular focus on AI applications. Substantial funding in 2021, alongside stable profitability and the fostering of groundbreaking partnerships with the likes of the Swiss Institute of Allergy, proves it is turning heads in the science sector.
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Benefits
- Health & Wellness: Choose from multiple medical, dental, and vision plans, with generous employer contributions and coverage options to meet your needs. Enjoy access to top-tier virtual care and a complimentary Aaptiv membership for fitness and mental wellness. We also provide an HSA with employer contributions, along with Fullscript discounts for supplements
- Mental Health Support: All employees and eligible dependents receive 12 free therapy sessions per year, plus coaching, meditation, and 24/7 access to Spring Health’s digital tools and care navigation
- Long Term Wealth Planning: Invest in your future with our 401(k) plan through Betterment, featuring a 100% match on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% of contributions—fully vested from day one
- Supporting Families: Our Parental Leave Policy includes 18 weeks of fully paid leave, with the flexibility to phase your return. We also offer four weeks of paid transition time at 80% capacity or four days per week
- Time to Recharge: Seed offers 15 vacation days, 7 sick/safe days, 2 personal days, 10 Recharge Days (Summer + Winter), and 15 paid company holidays each year
- Work Flexibly: Thrive in a remote-first culture that prioritizes autonomy and clarity. You’ll also receive a $750 one-time remote work setup stipend and ongoing access to a $450 quarterly wellness and workplace stipends via JOON
- And More: Access pet insurance, life and disability coverage, learning & development, and a vibrant culture rooted in science and impact
Funding (1 round)
Apr 2021
$40m
SERIES A
Total funding: $40m
This company has top investors
Leadership
Ara Katz
(Co-Founder)Having started their career in film, they were in the Founding Team of BeachMint, before leaving in March 2016 to co-found Seed. They have served since as co-CEO, alongside various Advisory positions.
Raja Dhir
(Co-Founder & Member of the Board of Directors)They studied at the University of Southern California before co-founding Seed Health with Ara in March 2016. They have served with Ara as co-CEO since, and also founded LUCA Biologics in August 2019.