Apella · 1 day ago
Engineering Manager, Machine Learning & Data Platforms
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$200K/yr - $250K/yr
4+ years expApella is applying computer vision and machine learning to improve surgical healthcare. They are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead technical teams in Machine Learning Engineering and Data Platforms, ensuring reliable ML systems move from research to production.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Health CareMachine LearningMedicalSensorSoftwareWellness
Responsibilities
Manage, mentor, hire and grow 8+ ML Engineers and Data Engineers across three distinct teams
Be a strong technical partner for engineers to guide ML system architecture, model deployment, and data platform design & execution
Ensure ML solutions are production-grade, scalable, observable, cost effective and maintainable
Drive best practices for ML model lifecycle management, data pipelines, and system reliability
Work closely with Product, Clinical, Operations, and Research stakeholders to translate business and clinical needs into clear technical priorities
Partner with Tech Leads and Product to define the ML and data platform goals and roadmaps, balancing near-term wins with long-term scalability
Qualification
Required
Multiple years of experience managing engineering teams, ideally including AI/ML or data-focused teams
Strong understanding and hands on experience with machine learning systems in production (not just model development)
Familiarity with realtime (Flink or similar) and batch data platforms, pipelines, and analytics infrastructure
Ability to lead teams working on distinct but interdependent problem spaces
Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Comfort operating in a fast-growing, ambiguous environment
Preferred
Background in ML Engineering, Data Engineering, or Applied ML
Experience with computer vision and/or time-series forecasting
Experience building ML systems in regulated environments like healthcare
Benefits
Competitive salary and stock options
Flexible vacation policy and a culture that values time for rest and recharging
Remote-first work environment with unique virtual and in-person events to foster team connection
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance—we're a healthcare company that prioritizes your health
16 weeks of parental leave for all parents
Company
Apella
Apella is a technology company for better surgery.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$104MKey Investors
HighlandXCasdin Capital
2026-01-07Series B· $80M
2026-01-07Debt Financing
2023-02-23Series A
Leadership Team
David Schummers
Chief Executive Officer
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