Software Engineering Manager, R&D - Remote

Overview

Natera is seeking a skilled, self-motivated “Software Engineering Manager, R&D” to lead a global software development team. The team will support cutting-edge research and development. This role includes developing and leading a distributed engineering team, project management, and professional communication responsibilities on high-impact, high-visibility products. Experience with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) or bioinformatics is highly valued. Expertise in AWS is required, and SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) experience is a plus.

In Short

• Lead technical design, architecture, and implementation strategy development.
• Establish and uphold best engineering practices.
• Provide technical leadership for software development engineers, ensuring on-time, on-budget development of high-quality software.
• Manage multiple ongoing projects and identify project objectives.
• Facilitate collaboration, resolve issues, and ensure timely project delivery.
• Guide the career development of team members.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with stakeholders.
• Provide feedback to management to optimize software development processes.
• Conduct performance evaluations and developmental activities.
• Commit to recruiting strong and diverse talent.

Requirements

• BS or MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of proven experience building and managing high-performance engineering teams.
• 5+ years of software development experience using Python, Java, or similar languages.
• Expertise in AWS cloud technologies.
• Experience with Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) or bioinformatics is highly valued.
• SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Passion for people management and mentorship.
• Experience in biotech or other regulated industries is a plus.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents.
• Free testing for employees and their immediate families.
• 401k benefits and commuter benefits.
• Generous employee referral program.
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.