Description:

Anima is building an active learning OS for healthcare and life sciences to maximize human wellbeing globally.
The company aims to address critical issues in healthcare, such as misdiagnosis and long waiting times, which lead to unnecessary suffering and loss of life.
As a Lead Software Engineer, you will help extend existing product lines and develop new ones at the forefront of healthcare reinforcement learning and agentic AI.
Anima has experienced significant growth, achieving 450% growth in 2024 and crossing $10M in ARR.
The company has a unique hacker culture with a flat hierarchy, emphasizing ownership, autonomy, and human impact.
Employees are encouraged to be technical and UX-focused, fostering a collaborative environment where everyone contributes to decision-making.
The role involves working on innovative projects that directly impact patient care and healthcare systems.

Requirements:

Candidates should be hungry to change the world and take their duty to the crew and mission seriously.
A strong focus on user experience (UX) is essential, optimizing features rather than adhering to arbitrary technical goals.
Applicants should be frustrated with bureaucracy in large companies and eager for growth towards a senior executive role.
Expert competency in TypeScript is required, along with familiarity with frameworks like Angular, Node, and React.
Candidates should be able to work full stack in JavaScript/TypeScript and value open discussions based on first principles.
A disciplined approach to best practices in version control, CI/CD, and code extensibility is necessary.
Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and be intellectually curious with a growth mindset.
Familiarity with AWS services is a plus, and candidates should demonstrate their skills through past projects or assessments.

Anima offers flexibility in work schedule and location, allowing candidates to work from anywhere in the world.
The company organizes team retreats at least twice a year in various locations, fostering team bonding and collaboration.
Employees enjoy a culture that encourages free thinking and open communication, allowing them to express their thoughts without self-censorship.
The flat hierarchy promotes a high level of ownership and autonomy, enabling team members to make impactful decisions.
Anima provides an environment where talented individuals can thrive and contribute to meaningful projects that save lives.

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