Senior Director, Software Engineering

OverviewPacBio (NASDAQ PACB) is a premier life science technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures advanced sequencing solutions to help scientists and clinical researchers resolve genetically complex problems. Our mission is to enable the promise of genomics to better human health. We are entering the century of biology and genomics is at the heart of the next revolution. Become part of the new paradigm in gene sequencing and help shape the future of genomic study by joining the PacBio team.The Senior Director, Software Engineering is responsible for delivering the instrument control software that controls cutting edge next generation sequencers. This is a highly visible and cross functional role that interacts with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams at PacBio. This player/coach role is ideal for an experienced leader who still actively writes software and wants to work at the leading frontiers of scientific instrumentation.ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor the software team that writes the instrument control softwareSet technical direction and priorities, aligning team efforts with company goals and communicating a clear strategic roadmap within the software organization and to other technical teamsContinually address technical debt and plan and execute refactoring initiatives for legacy systems and modulesImplement and improve processes supporting the development of high-quality softwareReview code, and ensure code is high quality and conforms to coding standards and best practicesStay hands on with the C#/.NET stackWork with cross functional stakeholders to define and implement requirements, and support V&V activitiesConvene ad-hoc cross functional groups to address and solve challenges as they arise in new products under developmentRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related disciplineExperience with real time embedded systemsStrong proficiency in .NET, C#, and PythonExperience with hardware systems, including robotics, optical systems, environmental sensors, and motion controlStrong proficiency with LinuxUnderstanding of architecture, software design principles, and best practicesHands on experience with Instrument UI and interfacesExperience designing and implementing REST APIsExcellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills10+ years of software engineering experience3+ years of experience in a leadership role at a senior manager level or higherPreferred ExperienceExperience developing scientific instrumentationMaster’s degree or higher in a technical fieldExperience developing firmware systemsAgile software development experienceExperience and understanding of DevOps and CI/CD pipelines and automated testingExperience in life sciences, biotech, medical devices, or other regulated domains12+ years of software engineering experience5+ years of experience in a leadership role at a senior manager level or higherAdditional InformationThis role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.Non-Field Based Employees are required to be onsite Monday-Thursday (Friday work from home). Depending on the role, some employees may be required to be 100% onsite.You may be required from time to time to visit PacBio locations and for such times as the Company considers necessary for the proper performance of your duties.All listed tasks and responsibilities are deemed essential functions to this position; however, business conditions may require reasonable accommodations for additional tasks and responsibilities.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation.If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact us at 650-521-8000, or careers@pacificbiosciences.com for assistance.SalarySalary Range: $259,100.00 - $388,700.00LocationsSunnyvale, CA; Mountain View, CA #J-18808-Ljbffr