Senior Director, Software Engineering | Biotech

Senior Director, Software Engineering - Permanent - Durham, NC

Proclinical is seeking a Senior Director of Software Engineering to lead and manage our software engineering team.

Primary Responsibilities:

This role focuses on developing and implementing software strategies aligned with company goals, overseeing software system design and maintenance, and driving cross-functional collaboration, particularly with Research & Development and Data Science teams.

Skills & Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field; Master's preferred.
• 10+ years of software engineering experience, with 5+ years in leadership roles.
• Strong background in software architecture and design patterns.
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages (Python) and knowledge of cloud services and cloud architecture.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Experience in designing and managing data management infrastructure.
• Experience in overseeing IT operations and infrastructure.

The Senior Director, Software Engineering's responsibilities will be:

• Lead and manage the software engineering team.
• Mentor and grow existing and new team members.
• Define headcount needs and empower the team with appropriate opportunities.
• Develop and implement software strategies aligned with the company's goals.
• Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of software systems.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration to integrate software with biotech wet and dry lab processes.
• Ensure software quality, reliability, and scalability, and compliance with regulatory agencies.
• Promote best practices for software engineering via design and code reviews.
• Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends.
• Oversee the design and implementation of a robust data management infrastructure, including a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Manage and optimize cloud environments for scalability and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee IT strategy and implementation across the company.
• Drive the implementation of data visualization tools for actionable insights.

Compensation:

USD $215 000 - $220 000

If you are having difficulty in applying or if you have any questions, please contact Sofia Amark at s.amark@proclinical.com

Proclinical is a specialist employment agency and recruitment business, providing job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies.

Proclinical Staffing is an equal opportunity employer.