Lead Software Engineer - Internal AI Solutions (Portugal-based Remote/Hybrid)

Sword Health is on a mission to free two billion people from pain as the world’s first and only end-to-end platform to predict, prevent and treat pain. 
Delivering a 62% reduction in pain and a 60% reduction in surgery intent, at Sword, we are using technology to save millions for our 2,500+ enterprise clients across three continents. Today, we hold the majority of industry patents, win 70% of competitive evaluations, and have raised more than $300 million from top venture firms like Founders Fund, Sapphire Ventures, General Catalyst, and Khosla Ventures.
Recognized as a Forbes Best Startup Employer in 2023, this award highlights our focus on being a destination for the best and brightest  talent. Not only have we experienced unprecedented growth since our market debut in 2020,  but we’ve also created a remarkable mission and value-driven environment that is loved by our growing team. With a recent valuation of $2 billion, we are in a phase of hyper growth and expansion, and we’re looking for individuals with passion, commitment, and energy to help us scale our impact. 
Joining Sword Health means committing to a set of core values, chief amongst them to “do it for the patients” every day, and to always “deliver more than expected” on behalf of our members and clients.
This is an opportunity for you to make a significant difference on a massive scale as you work alongside 800+ (and growing!) talented colleagues, spanning two continents. Your charge? To help us build a pain-free world, powered by technology, enhanced by people — accessible to all.
The Internal AI Solutions TeamThe Internal AI Solutions Team leads the transformation of the company’s internal processes through Generative AI, enhancing how we work across the organization. By equipping teams like Finance, Commercial, and Talent with AI-powered tools and techniques, this team empowers departments to expand their reach and impact, thus ultimately driving the success of the company.
We’re a small team with a style reminiscent of an early-stage company, characterized by highly generalist roles and a proactive attitude. We work very closely with key stakeholders in each vertical at Sword to learn their processes and understand how we can help them succeed through AI.

What you'll be doing:

• Leading a team of 1-2 Software Engineers by assigning tasks, overseeing the team’s work, and ensuring the attainment of the set goals;
• Designing and implementing AI-driven solutions to improve internal operations and workflows;
• Translating strategic objectives into functional software applications using specific technologies;
• Owning the performance review and provision of feedback on your team’s elements;
• Help growing the team by defining and promoting best practices;
• Handling both front-end and back-end development tasks, ensuring seamless integration and performance across our tech stack;
• Proactively identifying and resolving technical challenges to enhance system functionality and user experience.

What you need to have:

• 3+ years of experience as a leader of an Engineering Team;
• At least 4 years of experience as a Software Engineer, with strong hands-on proficiency in JavaScript (React, Node. js), proficiency in SQL  and basic experience with Python;
• Experience leading and owning complex and ambiguous projects from ideation to completion/maintenance;
• Experience providing technical oversight and mentoring colleagues;
• Ability to learn quickly and dive deep into new problems and fields;
• Ability to communicate concepts clearly and interface with both technical and non-technical stakeholders;
• Ability to prioritize and solve issues according to the team’s direction and goals.

What we would love to see:

• Practical experience with Generative AI or Large Language Models in a professional setting;
• Advanced knowledge in data analytics tools like BigQuery and Looker, aiding in data-driven decision making and performance optimization;
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment and wearing different hats.

To ensure you feel good solving a big Human problem, we offer:

• A stimulating, fast-paced environment with lots of room for creativity;
• A bright future at a promising high-tech startup company;
• Career development and growth, with a competitive salary;
• The opportunity to work with a talented team and to add real value to an innovative solution with the potential to change the future of healthcare;
• A flexible environment where you can control your hours (remotely) with unlimited vacation;
• Access to our health and well-being program (digital therapist sessions);
• Remote or Hybrid work policy.

*Please note that this position does not offer relocation assistance. Candidates must possess a valid EU visa and be based in Portugal.


US - Sword Benefits & Perks:
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance*• Equity shares*• Discretionary PTO plan*• Parental leave*• 401(k)• Flexible working hours• Remote-first company• Paid company holidays• Free digital therapist for you and your family*Eligibility: Full-time employees regularly working 25+ hours per week

Portugal - Sword Benefits & Perks:
• Health, dental and vision insurance• Meal allowance• Equity shares• Remote work allowance• Flexible working hours• Work from home• Unlimited vacation• Snacks and beverages• English class• Unlimited access to Coursera Learning Platform

*US Applicants Only: Applicants must have a legal right to work in the United States, and immigration or work visa sponsorship will not be provided.*


SWORD Health, which includes SWORD Health, Inc. and Sword Health Professionals (consisting of Sword Health Care Providers, P.A., SWORD Health Care Providers of NJ, P.C., SWORD Health Care Physical Therapy Providers of CA, P.C.*) complies with applicable Federal and State civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of Age, Ancestry, Color, Citizenship, Gender, Gender expression, Gender identity, Gender information, Marital status, Medical condition, National origin, Physical or mental disability, Pregnancy, Race, Religion, Caste, Sexual orientation, and Veteran status.