Garner’s mission is to transform the healthcare economy, delivering high-quality and affordable care for all.

We are fundamentally reimagining how healthcare works in the U.S. by partnering with employers to redesign healthcare benefits using clear incentives and powerful, data-driven insights. Our approach guides employees to higher-quality, lower-cost care, creating a system that works better for everyone. Patients achieve better health outcomes, employers spend healthcare dollars more effectively, and physicians are rewarded for delivering exceptional care rather than performing more procedures.

Garner is one of the fastest-growing healthcare technology companies in the country. Our products are trusted by the most sophisticated employers and providers in the industry, and we are building a team of talented, mission-driven individuals who are motivated to make a meaningful impact on healthcare at scale.

About the role:

We are seeking an exceptional Director, Engineering to join our Search team. This role will report to the Chief Technology Officer. The Search team owns our provider recommendations system, provider data aggregation pipelines, and our AI-powered member support systems.

Where you will work:

This role will be based in our New York City office. You must be willing to work in the office 3 days per week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Relocation assistance is available for non-local candidates.

What you will do:

Lead the development of a world-class Search system that organizes provider data in order to deliver relevant and impactful recommendations to our members
Own and drive the execution of relevant quarterly deliverables and long-term strategy
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to align strategies and achieve company objectives
Provide leadership and guidance to your teams, fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and accountability
Ensure your team proactively incorporates relevant new technologies, system designs, and strategies, especially in the domains of big data, ML, and AI
Influence relevant partner teams in order to accelerate delivery across the organization
Champion and ensure the privacy and security of our users’ data
Mentor, grow, and recruit Garner’s next generation of engineering leaders

The ideal candidate has:

6+ years in software engineering, including 3+ years managing software or data engineering teams
1+ year managing engineering managers
Experience operating production ML systems for user-facing use cases using modern ML platforms (e.g., SageMaker, Vertex AI, MLflow, BentoML, or similar)
Familiarity with feature engineering technologies, including DataFrame-based processing frameworks and feature stores used in production systems
Familiarity with the production ML lifecycle, including how models are packaged, deployed, and iterated over time; model development experience is not required
Familiarity with data engineering concepts that support ML-powered systems, including large-scale data processing and orchestration (e.g., Spark, Airflow, or similar) used to produce and maintain model features
Experience with personalization, recommendation, or search systems preferred
Ability to translate complex business needs into a clear, executable technical roadmap
Experience working with regulated data; healthcare data standards (HIPAA, EDI) a plus
A willingness to “roll up your sleeves” and do whatever is necessary to ensure company success
Experience working in a rapidly evolving startup environment
A desire to be a part of our mission to improve the U.S. healthcare system
A desire to be a part of a high-performing, mission-driven team that operates with intense urgency, a strong sense of individual accountability, and a commitment to authentic feedback

Technologies we use:

Python, TypeScript, React, Kubernetes, Postgres, AWS, NATS, Airflow, Snowflake

This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing company in a transformative role, helping shape the future of healthcare.

Compensation Transparency:

The target salary range for this position is $285,000 - $315,000. Individual compensation for this role will depend on various factors, including qualifications, skills, and applicable laws. In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible to participate in our equity incentive and competitive benefits plans, including but not limited to: flexible PTO, Medical/Dental/Vision plan options, 401(k), Teladoc Health and more.

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Equal Employment Opportunity:

Garner Health is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, political views or activity, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Garner Health is committed to providing accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].

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