Manager Of Instrument Software Development, Providence

Nabsys is advancing genomics with a clear focus on accessibility and innovation through its proprietary electronic genome mapping (EGM) technology.
Implemented on the OhmX PlatformTM, EGM integrates precision electronics, nanofluidics, and computational biology to deliver high-resolution insight into genome structure.
This approach expands what's possible in cytogenetics, molecular genetics, and cell and gene therapy research, while providing comprehensive structural variation analysis to laboratories of all sizes.
The company was founded in **** and is based in Providence, Rhode Island.
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Title: Manager of Instrument Software Development
Nature of Role:
Reporting to the Senior Director of Instrument Development, the Manager of Software Development leads a team of software engineers responsible for building and maintaining high-performance systems that support advanced genomic analysis platforms.
This role combines technical leadership, people management, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver scalable, reliable software solutions.
Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture
Set clear goals, conduct performance reviews, and support career development
Manage hiring, onboarding, and resource allocation
Oversee the design, development, testing and deployment of software systems
Ensure high-quality code standards, documentation, and best practices
Drive agile development processes and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with senior leadership to define software architecture and long-term technical strategy
Evaluate and implement new tools, frameworks, and technologies
Ensure scalability, security, and performance of software systems
Partner with bioinformatics, hardware, and product teams to integrate software with genomic technologies
Translate business and scientific requirements into technical solutions
Communicate progress, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders
Requirements:
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field
10+ years of software development experience, including 2+ years in a leadership role
Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, C++, Java, or similar)
Experience in emerging AI coding tools and a vision for coordinating them across development
Experience transitioning code from Labview to traditional languages a plus
Experience with distributed systems, cloud platforms, and scalable architectures
Proven track record of delivering complex software projects
Experience in genomics, bioinformatics, or life sciences
Familiarity with data-intensive applications and scientific computing
Experience working in regulated environments
Compensation:
Competitive salary and bonus structure
Equity stake
Benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k) plan with 50% match up to 6% of base salary, unlimited vacation, life insurance