Who We Are: AI is the new electricity: Just as electricity transformed numerous industries starting 100 years ago, AI is now poised to do the same. AI Fund is an early stage venture firm founded by Dr. Andrew Ng in 2017. Our portfolio companies utilize AI technology and applications to improve processes and efficiency. The AI Fund team combines their experiences as AI pioneers, entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, investors, and operators. We are backed by a $176 million-dollar fund from top-tier VC firms. Together, let’s build great companies that will move humanity forward.
About Wellspring: Transforming Health & Wealth Management Through AI
Wellspring is on a mission to empower caregivers who are planning their own health and financial futures while supporting aging parents. Powered by agentic AI, Wellspring provides tailored solutions such as modular insurance and financial planning tools to navigate caregiving challenges with clarity, ease, and a proactive mindset.
We are proud to partner with AI Fund, a venture studio pioneering solutions that reshape industries through AI. Joining Wellspring means access to world-class AI experts, resources, and the opportunity to create transformative technology at the intersection of health and wealth management.
About the Role: Head of Engineering
As our Head of Engineering, you will define and execute Wellspring’s technology strategy, building an AI-driven platform that transforms caregiving and financial planning. You will play a pivotal role in designing scalable systems, implementing voice-enabled AI, and ensuring seamless integration with healthcare and financial platforms. With the freedom to define the tech stack and build your dream team, this role offers a unique opportunity to innovate and lead.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Platform Development: Build Wellspring’s AI-powered Voice Companion, Risk Assessment Engine, and Centralized Health Record Hub, integrating modular insurance and financial planning tools
Develop Engagement Features: Create event-driven systems for proactive user engagement through notifications and triggers for insurance activation or data updates
Apply AI/ML: Use advanced models to assess health risks, predict coverage needs, and deliver tailored modular insurance solutions
Collaborate with Experts: Partner with actuarial and insurance specialists to enhance risk predictions and product offerings
Build & Lead the Team: Recruit and mentor a high-performing team of engineers and data scientists while fostering an innovative culture
Ensure Compliance: Implement secure, privacy-first systems that meet HIPAA, GDPR, and financial data regulations
What You Will Be Doing
Provide strategic technical leadership while contributing hands-on in the early stages
Prioritize user-focused, empathetic solutions tailored to caregiver’s needs
Deliver a secure, scalable platform that meets healthcare and financial compliance requirements
Partner with investors and stakeholders to grow Wellspring’s market presence
What We Are Looking For
Entrepreneurial Experience: Previous experience as a co-founder or early-stage technical leader in a VC-backed startup
Zero-to-One Product Development: Proven ability to take concepts from ideation to MVP and scale
AI/ML Expertise: Experience with GenAI, LLMs, agentic frameworks, ASR, and TTS technologies
Data Integration: Expertise in building secure, scalable multi-user data systems
Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with healthcare and financial data regulations (HIPAA, GDPR)
User-Centric Design: Passion for creating seamless, empathetic user experiences
Leadership Skills: Proven success in hiring, mentoring, and leading high-performing technical teams
Why Join Wellspring
Mission-Driven Work: Transform caregiving and financial planning for millions of families
Ownership: Shape the technology, strategy, and culture of a fast-growing startup
Resources: Access exclusive AI Fund expertise, networks, and capital to fuel innovation