Job description
ABOUT SINGULAR GENOMICS
Singular Genomics is inventing at the forefront of genomics, one of the world’s fastest-growing industries. Our novel G4 benchtop sequencer is highly versatile and designed to rapidly produce accurate DNA sequencing results. We’re actively developing our PX instrument, the world’s first integrated single-cell analysis and spatial biology platform. Singular Genomics is committed to unlocking the potential of these core technologies to reshape the future of genomics.
We foster a culture of creativity and technical excellence, both catalysts for innovation. We celebrate diversity, emphasize collaboration and, as we rapidly mature, we are constantly looking at ways we can do better for our people.
Our Headquarters are located on the Torrey Pines Mesa, in La Jolla, California at the center of the biotech hub. Our Manufacturing facility is in Sorrento Valley. This role is based in our Torrey Pines location.
Position Summary:
We’re looking for an experienced and mission-driven technology leader to join us as our SVP of Software and Algorithms. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead the development of core software and computational technologies that power our products; from instrument firmware and control software to bioinformatics algorithms and web-based applications.
You’ll guide a team of talented engineers and scientists across multiple disciplines, with responsibility for the full software lifecycle: architecture, development, deployment, and support. You’ll work closely with the CTO and company leadership to help launch our next-generation instrument and shape the future of our computational platform.
If you thrive at the intersection of engineering, science, and strategy; and want to make a meaningful impact in the life sciences, this is your opportunity.
This position can be remote or on-site. If remote, travel to the headquarters in San Diego, CA will be required at least quarterly.
Responsibilities:
- Set and execute the technical strategy for all software and algorithmic components of our product portfolio.
- Lead cross-functional teams responsible for instrument firmware, control systems, image processing, bioinformatics algorithms and web applications.
- Responsible for the full development lifecycle, from design and architecture through deployment, scaling, and support.
- Drive the development of external customer facing web applications.
- Support the internal systemsutilizedfor data analysis and operational insights.
- Build and scale modern DevOps infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines.
- Lead build-vs-buy decisions and manage outsourced software partnerships.
- Mentor and grow a team that includes team leads, and individual contributors that are both on site and remote.
- Collaborate with internal teams: product, operations, regulatory, clinical, to deliver robust and compliant software.
- Support go-to-market and product launch efforts with technical planning and execution.
Qualifications
- 10+ years of leadership experience in software or computational biology, with a proven ability to manage diverse technical teams.
- Experience in life sciences, diagnostics, healthcare, or a similarly complex, data-rich industry.
- Track record of delivering production-quality software, ideally spanning embedded systems, cloud/web apps, and computational pipelines.
- Experience working in Agile environments with modern engineering practices (e.g., CI/CD, DevOps, test automation).
- Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to drive alignment across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with scientific computing, instrument software, and/or bioinformatics is a strong plus.
- Familiarity with regulated environments (e.g., ISO, FDA, CE-IVD) is a bonus.
The estimated base salary range for this role based in the United States of America is: $337,200 - $421,000. Compensation decisions are dependent on several factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications, location where the role is to be performed, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Should the level of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable salary range may be updated accordingly. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package.
Singular Genomics is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Singular Genomics is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can provide their name and contact information to our Accommodations team at [email protected]. Your request will be responded to as soon as possible.
