Manager, Software Engineering

POSITION TITLE: Manager, Software Engineering POSITION LOCATION: San Carlos, CA, Austin, TX, or Remote, USA POSITION SUMMARY: Natera is seeking a skilled, self‑motivated Engineering Manager to lead a global software development team in the Oncology domain in a fast‑growing biotech company. The team will support bleeding edge research focused on the revolutionary ways of cancer testing. This role includes developing and leading a distributed engineering team, project management, and professional communication responsibilities on high impact, high visibility products. RESPONSIBILITIES Lead Provide technical leadership for a software development engineers, US‑based and international, to ensure on‑time, on‑budget development of high quality software Lead technical design, architecture, and implementation strategy development Establish best engineering practices Manage Manage multiple ongoing projects Identify project objectives, the scope of software deliverables, external dependencies, resources, risks, and framework for the project activities. Facilitate collaboration and resolve issues, evaluate project performance, bring projects to delivery, and act on the lessons learned Lead standups and other Agile ceremonies Nurture Guide the career development of team members, nurture their technical and interpersonal skills Provide individual performance feedback focused on recognition of achievement and opportunities for growth Conduct 1:1s, performance evaluations, and more Build and maintain ongoing strong working relationships with stakeholders, focus on building effective communication channels Oversee collaboration among cross‑functional development teams, software quality engineers, and product managers Effect change Provide feedback to management and initiate change to optimize software development processes with focus on quality, innovation, and efficient product delivery QUALIFICATIONS BS or MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience 2+ years of proven track record of building and managing high performance engineering teams 8+ years of experience in software development using Java or similar languages Experience in and aptitude for leading remote teams Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills Passion for people management and mentorship Experience in biotech or another regulated industry a strong plus KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Proven record of managing highly effective engineering teams Willingness and ability to manage global teams across multiple time zones Focus on recruiting strong and diverse talent Strong experience in mentoring developers, seeking out opportunities and providing guidance for engineers to grow and excel Excellent project management skills in Agile environments Experience in building enterprise applications using Java or similar languages Hands‑on coding, design, and architecture skills Ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and communicate effectively with reports, peers, and stakeholders Demonstrate initiative with proactive approach to addressing issues and finding creative solutions Must demonstrate strong work ethic, work well under pressure and stressful circumstances Experience in creating software for processing Next Generation Sequencing data is a plus Experience developing software in a regulated environment is a plus Remote USA $129,400 - $161,800 USD OUR OPPORTUNITY Natera™ is a global leader in cell‑free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives. The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world‑class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management. WHAT WE OFFER Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program! Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr