Engineering Lead

Abridge

. Build Abridge's New York engineering presence .

Posted 9/19/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesSenior💰 $265,000 - $325,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing software engineering teams, with hands-on technical ability and a clear vision for AI-native product development. Proven track record in building scalable solutions and fostering a high-performance engineering culture.

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5+ Years Managing Software Engineering TeamsHands-On Technical AbilityExperience as a Manager of ManagersTrack Record of Building from Zero to ScaleExperience in Health Tech or Regulated Domains

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Hard Skills

Technical Design DiscussionsCode ReviewAI-Native LeadershipArchitecture DecisionsProduct Outcomes Ownership

Soft Skills

Mentorship ExperienceOrganizational Execution VelocityCollaboration with Product and DesignPassion for Healthcare Improvement

Industry Keywords

AI/ML EngineeringEnterprise-Sold DomainFast-Growing StartupSite Lead ExperienceFounding Senior Engineering Leader

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build Abridge's New York engineering presence
Serve as the senior engineering voice in the NY office
Establish the operating rhythm, quality bar, and culture of the office
Develop New York as a destination for strong engineers
Apply an AI-native leadership perspective to product development and team operations
Raise organizational execution velocity
Set business context for the team
Partner closely with product and design
Multiply the effectiveness of engineering leaders and engineers
Take a product area from ambiguity to shipped, enterprise-grade software
Set technical direction and make architecture decisions
Own the output of the engineering team
Stay close enough to the technology to unblock the team and remain hands-on

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5+ years managing software engineering teams
Experience as a manager of managers or as the most senior engineering leader in a location
Track record of building something from zero to real scale
Track record of owning product outcomes rather than only engineering process
Hands-on technical ability, including reading and reviewing code and participating in technical design discussions
Clear point of view on AI and agentic engineering, with evidence of acting on it
Hiring and mentorship experience
Track record of helping engineers grow their skills and careers
Experience hiring quickly while maintaining a high bar
Experience thriving in a fast-growing startup
Willingness to be hands-on in a fast-moving environment and pitch in wherever needed
Based in New York
Willingness to work in the SoHo office five days a week
Genuine passion for Abridge's mission to improve healthcare
Experience as a site lead or founding senior engineering leader for a new office or region is a bonus
Experience managing or working directly with AI/ML engineering teams and shipping AI- or ML-powered product features is a bonus
Experience in health tech or another highly regulated, enterprise-sold domain is a bonus
Founder or early-employee experience is a bonus

Benefits

Comp & perks

14 paid holidays
Flexible PTO for salaried employees
Accrued time off for hourly employees
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for all full-time employees and their families
Monthly HSA contributions for High Deductible Health Plan participants
Generous paid parental leave for all full-time employees
Family forming resources and financial support
401(k) matching
Tax-free personal device allowance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Commuter Benefits
Lifestyle Wallet contributions for fitness, professional development, coworking, and more
Dedicated access to therapy and coaching
Paid Sabbatical Leave after 5 years of employment
Competitive compensation and equity grants for full-time employees
Flexible work hours
Inclusive culture
Ongoing learning opportunities