Sean O.
About Sean O.
Sean O. serves as the VP of Engineering at Function Health, bringing extensive experience in software engineering, machine learning, and data analysis from his previous roles at Google and CapitalG. His diverse educational background includes degrees from Stanford, Wharton, and LSE, along with a unique perspective from his time in the Army Special Forces.
Current Role at Function Health
Sean O. serves as the Vice President of Engineering at Function Health, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in software engineering and machine learning to lead engineering initiatives. His background in data science and engineering allows him to drive innovative solutions and optimize processes within the organization.
Professional Experience at Google
Sean O. worked at Google for a total of nine years, holding positions as a Senior Software Engineer and Data Scientist. His tenure from 2013 to 2019 included a focus on machine intelligence and bias remediation within artificial intelligence. This experience provided him with a deep understanding of software development and data analysis, which he leverages in his current role.
Background in Private Equity and Hedge Funds
Sean O. has a background in private equity and hedge funds, having worked at Bridgewater Associates as a Data Research analyst for one year. This experience contributes to his unique perspective in technology leadership, allowing him to integrate financial insights into engineering strategies.
Educational Qualifications
Sean O. possesses a diverse educational background. He studied Computer Science at Stanford University, earning his degree from 2015 to 2017. He also holds an Executive MBA from The Wharton School and an MSc in Operational Research from The London School of Economics, completed in 2011. Additionally, he earned a BA in Economics and Political Science from Columbia University from 2007 to 2010.
Military Experience
Before his career in technology, Sean O. served in the Army Special Forces as a Special Forces Engineer (Green Beret) from 2002 to 2007. This experience in the military has contributed to his leadership skills and problem-solving abilities, which are essential in his current engineering role.