Software Manager
Full-timeMANAGERITNeurology
$160K - $220K/yr(estimated)
Description
<meta><hr><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Position: </strong></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Software Manager</span><br><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Corporate Office: </strong></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">San Ramon, California </span><br><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Relocation Assistance: </strong></b><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">No (Local Candidates Are Encouraged to Apply and Will Be Given Preference)</span><br><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Closing: </strong></b><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Continuous Recruitment. We are accepting and reviewing all qualified applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are listed in this announcement for consideration o</span><span style="font-size:9pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">n</span><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;"> an ongoing basis.</span><br><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Application Screening Process:</strong></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Your application will not be considered if you fail to meet the minimum qualifications listed below or do not submit a detailed cover letter and resume as required for the application screening process.</span><br><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Salary: </strong></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;">$160,000–$220,000 per year. The successful candidate’s starting base pay will be determined using permissible, non‑discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for this role.</span><br><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Who You Are</strong></b><br><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">You bring deep technical expertise, mature leadership, and a mindset aligned with our mission: Efficient, Error‑Free, End‑User Focused</span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Job Responsibilities and Expectations</strong></b><br><i><em style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">This is not necessarily an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned.</em></i></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Lead, mentor, and develop the software engineering team, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Oversee architecture, design, development, testing, and deployment of software for RheoSense instruments and platforms.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ensure software meets high standards of performance, usability, and reliability, aligned with our mission of efficiency and error‑free operation.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Collaborate with hardware and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration across all product components.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Drive roadmap planning, prioritization, and execution in partnership with product leadership.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Implement and maintain best practices in coding standards, version control, documentation, and testing.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Troubleshoot complex issues and guide the team in resolving software defects and performance bottlenecks.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Support customer‑facing teams by providing technical insight and ensuring software enhancements address real user needs.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;--listitem-marker-background-color:white;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;background-color:white;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Manage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure on‑time, high‑quality releases.</span></li><li style="color:black;font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Performs other duties as assigned.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Minimum Qualifications</strong></b></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:start;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Life Sciences or a related field.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">5+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong proficiency in languages and frameworks relevant to RheoSense products (e.g., C++, C#, .NET, embedded systems, UI/UX frameworks).</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Experience developing software for scientific instruments, hardware‑integrated systems, or laboratory automation is highly preferred.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and deliver high‑quality software in a fast‑paced environment.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Excellent problem‑solving skills and a commitment to building intuitive, user‑centric solutions.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non‑technical teams.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Preferred Qualifications</strong></b></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:start;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Proven ability to set technical direction, define software architecture, and guide long‑term product evolution.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">5+ years of engineering leadership, including managing teams and driving technical strategy.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Proven experience developing software for scientific instruments, laboratory automation, or real‑time data acquisition systems.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Strong proficiency in C++, C#, .NET, or similar languages used in instrument control and scientific applications.</span></li><li style="font-size:11pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Familiarity with rheology, fluid dynamics, or analytical instrumentation (highly desirable but not required).</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">Physical Requirements</strong></b><br><i><em style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these on an as-needed basis.</em></i></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:start;"><span style="color:black;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or participating in meetings.</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to move within the office environment as needed to collaborate with team members or access equipment.</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;--listitem-marker-color:black;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;text-align:justify;"><span style="color:black;font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Ability to occasionally lift, carry, or move equipment or materials weighing up to 50 lbs.</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:10pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:start;"><b><strong style="font-size:11pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">What We Offer</strong></b></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:10pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">At RheoSense, you can build an excellent job that grows into a meaningful and rewarding career. Our comprehensive benefits and workplace culture include:</span></p><ul data-pattern="discCircleSquare" data-depth="1" style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;margin:8px 0px;line-height:1.6;padding:0px 0px 0px 32px;list-style-type:disc;"><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Financial stability through competitive compensation, performance incentives, and retirement plans</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Training and professional development to support long‑term career growth</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and wellness programs</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work–life balance</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Paid parental leave for both maternity and paternity</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of up to 4%</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">Employee stock ownership (ISO) opportunities</span></li><li style="font-size:10pt;margin:3px 0px;letter-spacing:0.25px;line-height:1.6;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">A collaborative, creative, inclusive, and engaging team environment</span></li></ul><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:10pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">RheoSense is an equal‑opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.</span></p>
<meta><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;"><b><strong style="font-size:18pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">About RheoSense, Inc.</strong></b></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><b><strong style="white-space:pre-wrap;">RheoSense, Inc. (RheoSense)</strong></b><span style="white-space:pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">is a leading scientific instrumentation company specializing in high‑precision microfluidic viscosity measurement technology. Our innovative VROC® platform is trusted by researchers, engineers, and scientists across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, materials science, and advanced manufacturing.</span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:10pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">We are committed to delivering accurate, reliable, and user‑friendly measurement solutions that empower our customers to accelerate discovery, improve product performance, and drive scientific advancement.</span></p><p style="font-family:"Basel Grotesk",Arial,sans-serif;font-size:10pt;font-weight:400;line-height:1.6;letter-spacing:0.25px;margin:4px 0px;padding:0px;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:10pt;white-space:pre-wrap;">At RheoSense, we foster a collaborative, fast‑moving environment where innovation, continuous improvement, and customer focus guide everything we do. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for talented individuals who are excited to contribute to cutting‑edge technology and make a meaningful impact in the scientific community.</span></p>