
Element Science is a San Francisco-based medical device and digital health company focused on developing life-saving wearable solutions to address the needs of high-risk cardiovascular patients. Their mission is to create a safer, healthier world by developing a next-generation wearable digital platform that combines human-centric engineering, sophisticated machine learning, and rigorous medical device standards to reduce death and hospitalization from heart disease. Their flagship product, Jewel®, is a revolutionary patch wearable cardioverter defibrillator offering 24/7 protection in a sleek, comfortable design. The company has secured FDA approval for Jewel® and it is currently commercially available in limited U.S. markets. Element Science was founded in 2011 by Uday Kumar, MD, who also founded iRhythm Technologies.

Element Science is a San Francisco-based medical device and digital health company focused on developing life-saving wearable solutions to address the needs of high-risk cardiovascular patients. Their mission is to create a safer, healthier world by developing a next-generation wearable digital platform that combines human-centric engineering, sophisticated machine learning, and rigorous medical device standards to reduce death and hospitalization from heart disease. Their flagship product, Jewel®, is a revolutionary patch wearable cardioverter defibrillator offering 24/7 protection in a sleek, comfortable design. The company has secured FDA approval for Jewel® and it is currently commercially available in limited U.S. markets. Element Science was founded in 2011 by Uday Kumar, MD, who also founded iRhythm Technologies.
Headquarters: San Francisco, CA
Founded: 2011
Flagship product: Jewel® patch wearable cardioverter defibrillator
Regulatory status: FDA approval (commercially available in limited U.S. markets); CE/UKCA marking reported
Total funding (reported): USD 183,100,000
Sudden cardiac arrest and high‑risk cardiovascular patient monitoring and protection.
2011
Medical Equipment Manufacturing
Most recent announced round (Mar 3, 2020); multiple investors reported
“Participation from institutional life‑science and venture investors including Deerfield, Qiming Venture Partners (and Qiming US), Cormorant Asset Management, Third Rock Ventures, Invus, Google Ventures, Prospect Venture Partners”
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Element Science, Inc. is a medical device and digital health company focused on developing solutions at the intersection of clinical-grade wearables, machine learning algorithms, and lifesaving therapies in order to address leading causes of death and hospitalization in patients with heart disease, primarily as they transition from the hospital-to-home. By putting the needs of patients and physicians first, our personalized digital devices, which are designed for function, comfort, and ease-of-use, aim to redefine the paradigm of care for these patients. Our first product, a wearable patch defibrillator, is initially targeted at treating the more than 500,000 patients in the US with an elevated temporary risk of potentially experiencing a lethal heart rhythm. Headquartered in San Francisco, our funders include Third Rock Ventures, Google Ventures, Deerfield Healthcare, Qiming Venture Partners USA, Cormorant Asset Management, and Invus Opportunities.
The Staff Electrical Engineer will lead the design, development, and validation of complex Class III medical device electronics, from concept through manufacturing transfer. This role combines deep technical expertise in analog, digital, and high-voltage board design with strong leadership in cross-functional project execution. The engineer will drive hardware bring-up, system integration, and verification activities; manage critical vendors; and collaborate closely with Systems, Mechanical, Firmware, and Manufacturing teams to ensure designs meet performance, cost, and regulatory requirements. The position also involves mentoring junior engineers, contributing to design reviews, and supporting commercial-stage manufacturing and field activities.
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Benefits Element Science offers a very competitive salary and benefits package including, but not limited to:
The salary for this exempt-level position will be based on experience and qualifications within an established pay range.
Element Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates will be evaluated on the basis of their qualifications for the job in question. We do not base our employment decision on an employee's or applicant's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. We are not able to sponsor individuals for employment visas for this job. At this time, we are unable to offer relocation assistance at Element Science.