Director of Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance (RA / QA)

At Eight Sleep, we're on a mission to fuel human potential through optimal sleep. As the world's first sleep fitness company, we're redefining what it means to be well-rested and building the most advanced hardware, software, and AI technology to make it possible. Our products power peak mental, physical, and emotional performance by transforming every night of sleep into a personalized, data-driven recovery experience.

Every role at Eight Sleep is a chance to create cutting-edge technology, collaborate with world-class talent, and help shape a future where sleep isn't passive, it's a powerful tool for living better. If you're tired of the ordinary and driven to build at the edge of what's possible, this is your moment.

We operate with intensity because our mission demands it. At Eight Sleep, we bring the same mindset as the world's top performers: focused, relentless, and always pushing to be in the top 1% of our craft. This isn't a 9-to-5. Our team is deeply committed, often putting in the extra effort, not because we're told to, but because we're invested in building something category-defining.

Sleep is inherently tied to health, and we have an immense opportunity to leverage our Pod platform to detect medical conditions and to provide therapy. We are looking for a Director of Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance to help build a business around this opportunity. This role will provide leadership for risk management and oversee the operation of the quality management system, as well as serve as the primary interface between our company and regulatory agencies. This role will interact closely with R&D, Clinical, and the executive team. Your work will improve the lives of numerous users and will enable our core mission of improving sleep and saving lives.

This role is based out of our offices in San Francisco.

• Shape risk management practices for the organization

• Provide regulatory input and guide the company through multiple submissions

• Oversee compliance and documentation practices

• Collaborate with R&D, Clinical, and Operations to accelerate approvals

• Implement and manage comprehensive post-market monitoring workflows

• 8+ years of industry experience in quality functions for medical devices

• Successful track record of FDA clearance (510(k), De Novo)

• Exemplary at cross-functional program management

• Experience establishing and monitoring compliance to relevant standards (e.g., ISO 13485, ISO 14971)

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Join us in a workplace where innovation isn’t just encouraged - it’s a standard. Our flagship product, the Pod, is a testament to our culture of excellence, beloved by hundreds of thousands of customers worldwide. At Eight Sleep, you will be part of a team that continuously pushes the boundaries of technology in sleep fitness.

From your first day, you’ll take on substantial responsibilities that have a direct impact on our core business and product success. We are a small team that empowers you to own your projects and see the tangible effects of your efforts, enhancing both your professional growth and our company’s trajectory. Your path will be challenging but rewarding, perfect for those who thrive in fast-paced environments aiming for high standards.

Work alongside other bright minds like you: at Eight Sleep exceptional intelligence and a passion for breakthroughs are the norms. Our team members are not only experts in their fields but also avid innovators who thrive in our dynamic, fast-paced environment.