Vice President of Software Engineering, Apollo Neuroscience
+ Equity
Wearables for stress and anxiety relief
Job no longer available
Wearables for stress and anxiety relief
21-100 employees
Job no longer available
+ Equity
21-100 employees
Company mission
Apollo Neuro's mission is to empower people to take control of their health and well-being, effortlessly.
Role
Who you are
- We are looking for a highly motivated individual, who can roll-up sleeves and help build
- You need to be able to break down complex technical problems, and coordinate a team of strong engineers, both internally and externally, to complete product features and tasks
- This position requires a unique blend of technical prowess, leadership skills, and a deep understanding of technologies
- Proven experience as a VP of Engineering or in a similar leadership role within the consumer products sector (consumer health tech background is preferred, but not required)
- Extensive experience in mobile app development on both Android and iOS platforms
- Expertise in Bluetooth technology and the development of Bluetooth-connected devices
- Experience with machine learning, generative AI, and large language models (preferred, but not required)
- Demonstrated ability to apply data-driven approaches to product testing and iteration
- Exceptional leadership skills with experience managing decentralized teams and working with international partners
- Ability to code and review code is essential
- Previous experience in a consumer health tech company is highly desirable
- Experience at a startup or fast-paced technology organization
What the job involves
- Apollo is looking for a VP Software Engineering to join our remote, growing team
- This role is responsible for coordinating, building and launching Apollo’s mobile apps, backend environment, and machine learning and generative AI models
- Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer, you have previous experience building consumer technology software that communicates with a Bluetooth device, and has a robust and modern cloud backend
- You will drive new technology development and help architect scalable solutions that span native mobile development, data architecture, managed backend services (AWS), and AI-based algorithms
- You will play a pivotal role in leading our engineering team through the next phase of growth and innovation as we adopt generative AI to help understand our customers’ mental health, and find and prove ways that Apollo can actively improve it
- Lead and manage a diverse and decentralized team of engineers, including specialists in data engineering, mobile engineering, algorithms, QA, firmware, and hardware engineering
- Oversee the development and maintenance of our mobile applications with a focus on Bluetooth connectivity and user experience
- Drive the integration of advanced technologies such as machine learning, generative AI, and large language models into our product offerings
- Implement robust data-driven strategies for product testing and iterative development to ensure the highest standards of reliability and functionality
- Maintain hands-on involvement in coding and code reviews as a regular part of job duties
- Work closely with our VP Product to scope development and design work to fit the demanding schedules of a growing startup
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and manage an external team of engineers at a consulting firm in India
- Foster an inclusive and innovative engineering culture that accommodates team members across multiple time zones
Our take
The last few years has seen huge growth for the wellness industry, with around 10% annual growth. Indeed, the wellness economy is expected to be worth as much as $7 trillion in 2025. A great deal of startups in the space are building mental health platforms, while consumer supplements are also on the rise.
Apollo Neuro is doing things a little differently, with a research-based wearable which uses touch therapy to reduce stress and anxiety, and improve sleep, energy, and focus. The company was spun out of the work of co-founder Dr. David Rabin at the University of Pittsburgh.
Considering that the wearable is patented and is the first of its kind to be backed by scientific research, some big things could be on the horizon. The company has been growing steadily since launching in 2018, quadrupling its headcount along the way. Now with major funding secured, Apollo will be eyeing up a period of accelerated growth.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Company
Funding (last 2 of 8 rounds)
Sep 2023
$9.8m
LATE VC
Mar 2022
$15m
SERIES A
Total funding: $43.2m
Company benefits
- Equity
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Three weeks PTO
- 401K with a match
- Flexible working hours, work-life balance & remote work
- An Apollo wearable
Company HQ
Uptown, Pittsburgh, PA
Leadership
Dr. David Rabin, MD
(Chief Innovation Officer)Neuroscientist and board-certified Psychiatrist. Former Physician & Research Scientist at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Executive Director of the Board of Medicine.
Kathryn Fantauzzi
(CEO)Previously worked on the development and launch of a $20M tech commercialization accelerator through the NY State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA). Also led Green Jobs Green NY, a nationally-recognized revolving loan fund for investment in sustainability projects and economic development.
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