CoFounder and CTO for Healthtech AI Startup

Wardly; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Co-founder equity

Early exposure to advisors and investors

Opportunity to shape an AI-native healthcare platform

Job summary

Wardly is looking for a Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to define the product architecture and drive innovation in healthcare technology.

This role involves building a secure, compliant SaaS product and leading integrations with EHR systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in AI, cloud architecture, and a strong passion for solving healthcare challenges. Equity opportunities are part of the package, with a chance to shape a groundbreaking AI-native healthcare platform.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in SaaS or healthtech.
• Proven experience in technology leadership and product development.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity in fast-paced startups.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the product architecture and tech stack.
• Build and scale a secure, HIPAA/GDPR-compliant SaaS product.
• Lead integration with EHR systems using FHIR APIs.

Skills

Full-stack engineering leadership

AI/ML expertise

Data engineering

Cloud-native architecture

Experience with EHR systems

Job description

We’re now looking for a Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to join us at the ground floor.

What You’ll Do

• Technology leadership – Define and execute the product architecture, tech stack, and AI integration strategy.
• Product development – Build and scale the MVP into a secure, compliant, enterprise‑ready SaaS product for hospitals.
• AI & automation – Drive innovation using LLMs, predictive analytics, and clinical decision support.
• Integrations – Lead integration with EHR systems (Epic, Cerner, Meditech) via FHIR APIs.
• Team building – Recruit, mentor, and scale a high‑performing engineering team in India and globally.
• Process & compliance – Build HIPAA/GDPR‑ready infrastructure, ensuring enterprise‑grade reliability and data security.
• Co‑Founder role – Be part of every strategic decision from fundraising to go‑to‑market.

What We’re Looking For

• Hands‑on full‑stack engineering leader (7–10+ years) with proven experience in SaaS or healthtech.
• Strong background in AI/ML, data engineering, and cloud‑native architecture.
• Experience with EHR systems, FHIR/HL7, or healthcare data standards is a big plus.
• Entrepreneurial DNA – you want to build a company from zero to scale as a true co‑founder (bonus if you’ve been a founder before).
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and move fast in an early‑stage environment.
• Passion for solving real‑world healthcare problems with technology.

What We Offer

• Meaningful co‑founder equity – true ownership, aligned with impact and commitment.
• Opportunity to build from the ground up alongside repeat founders (Stanford alum, VC‑backed track record, multi‑sector experience).
• A massive global market – healthcare workflow inefficiencies and staffing shortages are one of the biggest systemic challenges worldwide.
• Early exposure to a strong network of advisors, clinicians, and investors in the U.S., India, and beyond.
• A chance to shape one of the first AI‑native healthcare platforms with global scale potential.