About the Senior Software Engineer, Generative AI at Headspace:
As a Senior Software Engineer, Generative AI at Headspace, you'll play a pivotal role in advancing the company's capabilities in artificial intelligence, particularly in developing, optimizing, and deploying generative AI models. Your work will enable innovative applications of AI that align with Headspace's mission of improving health and happiness worldwide. By developing state-of-the-art frameworks and tools, you will empower engineers, data scientists, and other practitioners to maximize the potential of generative AI across the organization.
How your skills and passion will come to life at Headspace:
<ul>
<li>Generative AI Model Development: Lead the design, training, and optimization of large-scale generative AI models to support innovative use cases across Headspace.</li>
<li>End-to-End AI Solutioning: Own the lifecycle of generative AI initiatives, from ideation to deployment, ensuring robust and scalable production systems.</li>
<li>Platform Optimization: Build and enhance the generative AI platform using AWS and modern development tools, with a focus on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.</li>
<li>Scalability and Reliability: Ensure the scalability and reliability of generative AI systems by implementing robust CI/CD pipelines, monitoring solutions, and alerting systems.</li>
<li>Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to integrate generative AI capabilities into Headspace’s products and services.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge Sharing and Mentorship: Guide and mentor team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
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What you’ve accomplished:
Educational Background:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.</li>
</ul>
Technical Expertise:
<ul>
<li>3+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on AI/ML systems, including developing and deploying generative models.</li>
<li>Proficiency in machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and Python.</li>
<li>Familiarity with database management and querying, such as SQL, MongoDB, or similar systems.</li>
<li>Strong experience with AWS and IaC tools such as Terraform.</li>
<li>Solid understanding of ML infrastructure, including data pipelines, model serving, and scaling solutions.
Individual Impact:
<ul>
<li>Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful AI solutions in production environments.</li>
<li>Hands-on experience implementing and maintaining AI/ML best practices, such as CI/CD pipelines and monitoring.</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li>
<li>A collaborative team player with experience mentoring peers and contributing to shared team goals.</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
</li>
</ul>
Pay &amp; Benefits:
The base salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors, including but not limited to skills and scope required, relevant licensure and certifications, and unique relevant experience and job-related skills. The base salary range for this role is $116,645-$157,476.
At Headspace, cash salary is but one component of our Total Rewards package. We’re proud of our robust package inclusive of: base salary, stock awards, comprehensive healthcare coverage, monthly wellness stipend, retirement savings match, lifetime Headspace membership, unlimited, free mental health coaching, generous parental leave, and much more. Paid performance incentives are also included for those in eligible roles. Additional details about our Total Rewards package will be provided during the recruitment process.
How we feel about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:
Headspace is committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse &amp; inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do impactful work together.&nbsp;
As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.&nbsp;
*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Headspace.&nbsp;Please inform our Talent team by filling out <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE8hXeZCqOzzVSXbYKv3gO_88tTdlJYs3XUPHSyNvhkzqqRQ/viewform">this form</a> if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application or interview process.
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Headspace participates in the <a href="https://www.ginger.com/careers/ginger-e-verify">E-Verify Program</a>.
Privacy Statement
All member records are protected according to our<a href="https://organizations.headspace.com/page/applicant-notice"> Privacy Policy</a>. Further, while employees of Headspace (formerly Ginger) cannot access Headspace products/services, they will be offered benefits according to the company's benefit plan. To ensure we are adhering to best practice and ethical guidelines in the field of mental health, we take care to avoid dual relationships. A dual relationship occurs when a mental health care provider has a second, significantly different relationship with their client in addition to the traditional client-therapist relationship—including, for example, a managerial relationship.&nbsp;&nbsp;
As such, Headspace requests that individuals who have received coaching or clinical services at Headspace wait until their care with Headspace is complete before applying for a position. If someone with a Headspace account is hired for a position, please note their account will be deactivated and they will not be able to use Headspace services for the duration of their employment.&nbsp;
Further, if Headspace cannot find a role that fails to resolve an ethical issue associated with a dual relationship, Headspace may need to take steps to ensure ethical obligations are being adhered to, including a delayed start date or a potential leave of absence. Such steps would be taken to protect both the former member, as well as any relevant individuals from their care team, from impairment, risk of exploitation, or harm.
For how how we will use the personal information you provide as part of the application process, please see: https://www.headspace.com/applicant-notice

**About the** **Senior Software Engineer, Generative AI** **at Headspace:**

_As a Senior Software Engineer, Generative AI at Headspace, you'll play a
pivotal role in advancing the company's capabilities in artificial
intelligence, particularly in developing, optimizing, and deploying generative
AI models. Your work will enable innovative applications of AI that align with
Headspace's mission of improving health and happiness worldwide. By developing
state-of-the-art frameworks and tools, you will empower engineers, data
scientists, and other practitioners to maximize the potential of generative AI
across the organization._

**How your skills and passion will come to life at Headspace:**

  * **Generative AI Model Development:** Lead the design, training, and optimization of large-scale generative AI models to support innovative use cases across Headspace.
  * **End-to-End AI Solutioning:** Own the lifecycle of generative AI initiatives, from ideation to deployment, ensuring robust and scalable production systems.
  * **Platform Optimization:** Build and enhance the generative AI platform using AWS and modern development tools, with a focus on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
  * **Scalability and Reliability:** Ensure the scalability and reliability of generative AI systems by implementing robust CI/CD pipelines, monitoring solutions, and alerting systems.
  * **Cross-Functional Collaboration:** Partner with data scientists, engineers, and product teams to integrate generative AI capabilities into Headspace’s products and services.

**Knowledge Sharing and Mentorship:** Guide and mentor team members, fostering
a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.

  * **What you’ve accomplished** :

**Educational Background:**

    * Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

**Technical Expertise:**

    * 3+ years of software engineering experience with a focus on AI/ML systems, including developing and deploying generative models.
    * Proficiency in machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and Python.
    * Familiarity with database management and querying, such as SQL, MongoDB, or similar systems.
    * Strong experience with AWS and IaC tools such as Terraform.
    * Solid understanding of ML infrastructure, including data pipelines, model serving, and scaling solutions. 

**Individual Impact:**

      * Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful AI solutions in production environments.
      * Hands-on experience implementing and maintaining AI/ML best practices, such as CI/CD pipelines and monitoring.
      * Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
      * A collaborative team player with experience mentoring peers and contributing to shared team goals.

**Pay & Benefits**:

The base salary range for this role is determined by a number of factors,
including but not limited to skills and scope required, relevant licensure and
certifications, and unique relevant experience and job-related skills. The
base salary range for this role is **$116,645-$157,476.**

At Headspace, cash salary is but one component of our Total Rewards package.
We’re proud of our robust package inclusive of: base salary, stock awards,
comprehensive healthcare coverage, monthly wellness stipend, retirement
savings match, lifetime Headspace membership, unlimited, free mental health
coaching, generous parental leave, and much more. Paid performance incentives
are also included for those in eligible roles. Additional details about our
Total Rewards package will be provided during the recruitment process.

**How we feel about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging:**

Headspace is committed to bringing together humans from different backgrounds
and perspectives, providing employees with a safe and welcoming work
environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a
diverse & inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of
belonging, and do impactful work together.

As an equal opportunity employer, we prohibit any unlawful discrimination
against a job applicant on the basis of their race, color, religion, gender,
gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin,
family or parental status, disability*, age, veteran status, or any other
status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and
beyond in fostering diversity across our workplace.

_*Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation
under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or
local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are
normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without
imposing undue hardship on Headspace.  _ ** _Please inform our Talent team by
filling out_**[ ** _this
form_**](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE8hXeZCqOzzVSXbYKv3gO_88tTdlJYs3XUPHSyNvhkzqqRQ/viewform)
** _if you need any assistance completing any forms or to otherwise
participate in the application or interview process._**

* * *

_Headspace participates in the_[ _E-Verify
Program_](https://www.ginger.com/careers/ginger-e-verify) _._

**_Privacy Statement_**

_All member records are protected according to our[ Privacy
Policy](https://organizations.headspace.com/page/applicant-notice). Further,
while employees of Headspace (formerly Ginger) cannot access Headspace
products/services, they will be offered benefits according to the company's
benefit plan. To ensure we are adhering to best practice and ethical
guidelines in the field of mental health, we take care to avoid dual
relationships. A dual relationship occurs when a mental health care provider
has a second, significantly different relationship with their client in
addition to the traditional client-therapist relationship—including, for
example, a managerial relationship.  _

_As such, Headspace requests that individuals who have received coaching or
clinical services at Headspace wait until their care with Headspace is
complete before applying for a position. If someone with a Headspace account
is hired for a position, please note their account will be deactivated and
they will not be able to use Headspace services for the duration of their
employment.  _

_Further, if Headspace cannot find a role that fails to resolve an ethical
issue associated with a dual relationship, Headspace may need to take steps to
ensure ethical obligations are being adhered to, including a delayed start
date or a potential leave of absence. Such steps would be taken to protect
both the former member, as well as any relevant individuals from their care
team, from impairment, risk of exploitation, or harm._

For how how we will use the personal information you provide as part of the
application process, please see: https://www.headspace.com/applicant-notice

