Sr Manager, Software Engineering

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Sr Manager, Software Engineering in the United States.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced engineering leader to drive the development of cutting-edge genomics software solutions within a fast-paced and highly innovative environment. In this role, you will oversee distributed engineering teams responsible for building scalable, high-impact applications supporting advanced clinical and research workflows. You’ll collaborate closely with product, project, and cross-functional teams to deliver secure, compliant, and high-performing software systems that support large-scale data analysis and scientific advancement. The position combines hands-on technical leadership with people management, strategic planning, and process optimization responsibilities. Ideal for someone passionate about mentoring engineering talent and building enterprise-grade distributed systems, this role offers the chance to contribute directly to technology that supports life-changing healthcare innovation on a global scale.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and grow high-performing distributed software engineering teams focused on delivering scalable genomics analysis solutions across multiple product lines.
• Provide technical leadership for architecture, software design, implementation, and delivery of enterprise-grade applications supporting high-volume clinical and research operations.
• Collaborate with product managers, project managers, and technical stakeholders to define requirements, estimate development efforts, allocate resources, and ensure successful project execution.
• Drive engineering excellence by implementing best practices related to software development, quality assurance, scalability, security, compliance, and performance optimization.
• Oversee release planning, deployment coordination, and lifecycle management for critical software applications and platforms.
• Partner with third-party vendors and cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet operational, regulatory, and business requirements.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives focused on increasing efficiency, innovation, collaboration, and product quality.
• Mentor and develop engineering team members through coaching, feedback, career development support, and performance management.
• Facilitate effective communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders while proactively identifying and resolving project risks and operational challenges.
• Contribute to audit readiness and compliance initiatives involving healthcare, laboratory, and data security standards.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Software Engineering, or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing and building high-performing engineering teams in complex technical environments.
• At least 8 years of hands-on software development experience using Java, Python, or similar programming languages.
• Strong expertise in designing and developing scalable distributed systems and enterprise software applications.
• Proven experience building genomics tertiary analysis software for clinical or research applications.
• Experience working within regulated environments and familiarity with compliance standards related to healthcare, laboratory, or data security operations.
• Strong technical background in software architecture, coding practices, system design, and cloud-based or distributed application development.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing remote or geographically distributed teams.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to work cross-functionally across engineering, product, and business teams.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and proactive decision-making skills.
• Passion for mentorship, team development, and fostering a collaborative engineering culture.
• Experience with genomics secondary analysis solutions, AI-driven engineering practices, or advanced automation technologies is considered a plus.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of $156,000 – $195,000 annually, based on experience, skills, and location.
• Fully remote work opportunity within the United States.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance coverage.
• Fertility care support and complimentary testing benefits for employees and eligible family members.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer-supported benefits.
• Paid parental, pregnancy, and baby bonding leave programs.
• Employee referral bonus program and additional wellness-focused initiatives.
• Opportunities for rapid career growth, leadership development, and exposure to cutting-edge healthcare technology.
• Collaborative, mission-driven work environment focused on innovation, inclusion, and meaningful impact in healthcare and diagnostics.
• Flexible and supportive culture designed to encourage professional growth and work-life balance.

How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1