Job description
Seqera exists to advance science for everyone through software
We provide software for scientists solving today’s most complex and important challenges from pioneering innovative therapeutics to unveiling the secrets of our universe. The journey began a decade ago with Nextflow — open software that helps over 100,000 global scientists analyze and process data, with more power and flexibility than ever before.
Today, Seqera consolidates fragmented data and diverse computing resources into a unified platform. Our modern biotech stack is trusted by over 150 leading life sciences organizations. Empowered with modern software engineering, organizations conduct science faster, on larger datasets, and with more confidence. Seqera accelerates discoveries in an open world.
Would you like to be a part of a company with a bigger purpose and make it successful with your own ideas? If yes, keep reading!
About the role
We are seeking an experienced Head of Brand Design to lead the visual representation of the Seqera brand across all touchpoints in partnership with our other design functions. This role combines strategic creative direction with hands-on design execution, ensuring cohesive brand representation across our company, products, and open-source technologies.
As Head of Brand Design, you will own the evolution and maintenance of Seqera’s visual identity while leading a small but impactful brand team. You’ll be responsible for translating our mission of advancing science into compelling visual stories that resonate with scientists, enterprise customers, and the broader life sciences community.
This is a foundational leadership role that will shape how Seqera shows up in the world as we scale further into a comprehensive enterprise platform. You’ll work closely with Marketing, Sales, Product, & Design, and leadership teams to ensure our brand represents the innovation and scientific rigor that defines our work.
What You’ll Do
Creative Leadership & Strategy
Own the visual expression and storytelling of the Seqera brand across all surfaces—uphold design quality standards, direct creative workflows, and guide key visual decisions
Evolve and maintain brand systems that enable consistency and creative flexibility across internal and external communications
Drive hands-on design execution from concept through delivery across digital, print, and event environments
Develop creative strategies that build Seqera’s relevance and differentiation in the life sciences market
Team Management & Development
Lead and mentor a small design team, fostering collaboration and professional growth
Establish scalable design processes and workflows that enable fast iteration without sacrificing quality
Set clear creative direction and provide constructive feedback through design reviews and critiques
Build team capabilities to operate as a best-in-class design function
Brand Implementation & Consistency
Ensure cohesive brand representation across all materials including, but not limited to, slide decks, brochures, one-pagers, web design, and other marketing collateral
Collaborate on web experience design and development, working with modern web technologies and content management systems (Netlify, Sanity CMS, and similar platforms)
Create and maintain comprehensive brand guidelines and design systems
Develop iconography, architecture diagrams, and visual frameworks that communicate complex scientific concepts with a clear visual storytelling POV
Coordinate event design needs and conference presence materials
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with Product Design to ensure seamless alignment between product experience and public brand
Work with EPD and Scientific Development teams to translate Seqera’s technical story into digestible brand experiences that communicate complex workflows and scientific concepts
Collaborate with Marketing team to translate business goals into compelling visual narratives
Partner with Sales and Customer Success teams to create effective sales enablement materials
Present creative concepts and brand strategies to executive stakeholders
About you
Required Experience:
8+ years of brand design and creative direction experience, with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role with a background in scientific or technical communication design
Proven track record of leading design within fast-paced, high-growth technology companies
Ability to balance high creative standards with empathy, clarity, and team trust
Strong portfolio demonstrating visual, typographic, and strategic thinking across diverse formats and channels
Ability to create scalable design systems that work across multiple product lines and use cases
Data-driven approach to measuring brand impact and creative performance
Experience translating complex technical concepts into accessible, compelling visual narratives
Proficiency in modern design tools including Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, and emerging design technologies
Web design and development experience with modern web technologies, content management systems (Netlify, Sanity CMS), and responsive design principles
Strong presentation and communication skills, especially when collaborating with cross-functional teams and executives
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in B2B SaaS, life sciences/biotech industry, or developer tools
Understanding of open-source communities and developer-focused brands
Experience with motion design, 3D, or interactive design
Previous startup or scale-up experience building design functions from early stages
What will you find working at Seqera?
Flexible working hours and remote-friendly culture.
International working environment with more than 25 nationalities.
Passionate & talented team.
Continuous skills development.
Team retreats and bonding activities.
A culture where your opinion is valued and your decisions have a real impact on the industry.
Excitement of a fast-growing startup in a constantly changing environment.
Great benefits
Time off: 20 days for vacations per year, 3 days given by Seqera in December of 2025, and the national/public holidays according to your location.
Equity
Private health insurance with United Healthcare, dental with Delta, and vision coverage from Vision Service Plan.
Private life insurance with Lincoln
Investment app with Vestwell (401K)
Home office equipment (valued over 1,000 USD)
Subscription to Oliva, Mental Health App
Learning and development budget per year (1,000 USD)
You should know
Seqera is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. However you identify or whatever your journey to this point, we welcome all candidates to apply for the position that inspires them. Come join us and help us build a global company that everyone is proud to be part of.
As we scale, we constantly improve our in-office and WFH environments and learn to help everyone have the best setup for our company’s success and your personal development while always keeping the human touch in every aspect of our lives.
Why join us?
By learning from and with each other, we ensure our ability to drive innovation and make better decisions toward our mission. Most importantly, our culture provides a genuinely fun, inclusive, and challenging environment that will allow you to grow while making a huge difference in human health and beyond.
