About us

Mendea is an embryonic neurotechnology startup based in the UK.
Our mission is to build a safe and effective means to improve brain function for as many people as possible, using non-invasive ultrasound stimulation technology.
We aim to dramatically improve outcomes for a range of neurological disorders, from depression to addiction. In time, we aim to help anyone improve their cognitive state, through consistent elevation of mental wellbeing and performance.
We recently received backing from Zinc VC, a London venture capital firm supporting radical technological solutions created by mission-led startups.
Zinc are backing our vision to build a versatile, platform technology to improve brain health for as many people as possible.
We joined Zinc's incubator programme in Summer 2024. Our first steps are to expand our team, build prototypes, and validate our long-term roadmap.

The Opportunity

We're seeking a visionary Founding Engineer to help build a cutting-edge neurotechnology company from the ground up.
As a founding engineer, you will join a team of 3 other co-founders to play a leading role in building the company from its earliest stages.
Our first goal is to build a prototype neuromodulation device, translating our team's published science. We're looking for someone who's excited to work hands-on to build the prototype, and ultimately to lead the engineering team.

What you'll do

Work closely with our head engineer to go from prototype to MVP as fast as possible. This will be a simple device that incorporates one or two ultrasound transducers into a wearable headset. Beyond this, you will:
Lead the engineering aspects of technology and hardware development at Mendea
Design and test device electronic architecture
Assist in development of ultrasound stimulation protocols
Contribute to intellectual property development and patent applications
Create and maintain documentation including specifications, schematics, and design justification
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to combine electrical, software and neuroscience components
Engage with external partners such as manufacturers and regulatory bodies
Expand the engineering team by sourcing, interviewing and closing new members
Help lay the foundations of the engineering team from a technical and cultural standpoint
Evangelise the team, the product and the company

What we're looking for - essentials

Master's or PhD in a relevant field such as electrical engineering, biomedical engineering, or neuroscience
5+ years of industry experience in electrical engineering, preferably in medical devices, wearables, or neurotechnology
Proven track record of bringing complex, innovative products to market
Expertise in circuit design, especially low-power, high-precision systems
Strong background in embedded systems design and firmware development
Experience developing FDA/MDR Class II or III medical devices

What we're looking for - ideal experience

About you

Ready to commit full-time as soon as possible to a zero-to-one role. You'll be joining an embryonic company to build it from the ground up by skill, sweat and persistence
Extremely ambitious, energised by solving technical challenges for a vision you believe in
Thrive in conditions that demand speed and collaboration under pressure
Able to wear multiple hats as a founding team member
Value ownership and accountability for your work
Highly resilient and determined
Excellent communication skills
Instinctively take initiative when faced with ambiguity or resource constraints
Passionate about pushing the boundaries of neurotechnology

What we're offering

Join a passionate, mission-led team which includes experts from Oxford University and Imperial college, who are world leaders in the neuroscience and engineering of neuromodulation.
Take a leading role in not just engineering but the future direction and strategy of the company. If the role works out, we'd love the candidate to become CTO or at minimum VPE.
Founding equity, and a monthly stipend until we pitch at investment committee (Q4 2024)
Access to Zinc VC's extensive support and network. This includes executive coaching, access to networks of investors and fellows (e.g. experts from Meta, Google, etc), and support from a designated venture partner.
Access to a central London office, with meeting and workspace alongside other impact-driven startups. Office facilities include a gym, bike storage, changing facilities, and roof terrace.
Shape the global frontiers of neurotechnology and make a lasting impact on human potential.
Work on the most exciting areas at the intersection of neuroscience and engineering. Areas we're excited to work on include:
Radical improvements to existing treatments for neurological conditions including depression and addiction
Closed-loop brain stimulation
Offline neuromodulation effects
Complementing ultrasound with other neuromodulation technologies (e.g. priming / spatial focality with TMS)

How to apply:

Send a CV / Resume and cover letter to: info@mendea.co.uk
If we decide to proceed your application we will reach out to arrange a video call with our CEO, followed by a further interview, ideally in person, with our lead engineer either in Oxford or in London.

Mendea Technologies