{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"f5cfff46f006bcea7a35a3e3","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f5cfff46f006bcea7a35a3e3","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/f5cfff46f006bcea7a35a3e3","title":"Software Engineering Manager, Instrument Software","description":"RheoSense, Inc. (RheoSense) 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.\r\nWe 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.\r\nAt 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.\r\nPosition: Software Manager\r\nCorporate Office: San Ramon, California\r\nRelocation Assistance: No (Local Candidates Are Encouraged to Apply and Will Be Given Preference)\r\nClosing: Continuous Recruitment.We are accepting and reviewing all qualified applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are listed in this announcement for consideration o n an ongoing basis.\r\nApplication Screening Process: 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.\r\nSalary: $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.\r\nWho You Are\r\nYou bring deep technical expertise, mature leadership, and a mindset aligned with our mission: Efficient, Error-Free, End-User Focused\r\nJob Responsibilities and Expectations\r\nThis 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.\r\nLead, mentor, and develop the software engineering team, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.\r\nOversee architecture, design, development, testing, and deployment of software for RheoSense instruments and platforms.\r\nEnsure software meets high standards of performance, usability, and reliability, aligned with our mission of efficiency and error-free operation.\r\nCollaborate with hardware and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration across all product components.\r\nDrive roadmap planning, prioritization, and execution in partnership with product leadership.\r\nImplement and maintain best practices in coding standards, version control, documentation, and testing.\r\nTroubleshoot complex issues and guide the team in resolving software defects and performance bottlenecks.\r\nSupport customer-facing teams by providing technical insight and ensuring software enhancements address real user needs.\r\nManage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure on-time, high-quality releases.\r\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Life Sciences or a related field.\r\n5+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.\r\nStrong proficiency in languages and frameworks relevant to RheoSense products (e.g., C++, C#, .NET, embedded systems, UI/UX frameworks).\r\nExperience developing software for scientific instruments, hardware-integrated systems, or laboratory automation is highly preferred.\r\nDemonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and deliver high-quality software in a fast-paced environment.\r\nExcellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to building intuitive, user-centric solutions.\r\nStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nProven ability to set technical direction, define software architecture, and guide long-term product evolution.\r\n5+ years of engineering leadership, including managing teams and driving technical strategy.\r\nProven experience developing software for scientific instruments, laboratory automation, or real-time data acquisition systems.\r\nStrong proficiency in C++, C#, .NET, or similar languages used in instrument control and scientific applications.\r\nFamiliarity with rheology, fluid dynamics, or analytical instrumentation (highly desirable but not required).\r\nPhysical Requirements\r\nThese physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these on an as-needed basis.\r\nAbility to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or participating in meetings.\r\nAbility to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.\r\nAbility to move within the office environment as needed to collaborate with team members or access equipment.\r\nAbility to occasionally lift, carry, or move equipment or materials weighing up to 50 lbs.\r\nWhat We Offer\r\nAt RheoSense, you can build an excellent job that grows into a meaningful and rewarding career. Our comprehensive benefits and workplace culture include:\r\nFinancial stability through competitive compensation, performance incentives, and retirement plans\r\nTraining and professional development to support long-term career growth\r\nHealth and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and wellness programs\r\nPaid Time Off (PTO) to support work–life balance\r\nPaid parental leave for both maternity and paternity\r\n401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of up to 4%\r\nEmployee stock ownership (ISO) opportunities\r\nA collaborative, creative, inclusive, and engaging team environment\r\nRheoSense is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Rheosense","rawCompany":"rheosense","city":"San Ramon","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-06-11T13:55:05.959Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Software Engineering Manager, Instrument Software","description":"RheoSense, Inc. 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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.\r\nPosition: Software Manager\r\nCorporate Office: San Ramon, California\r\nRelocation Assistance: No (Local Candidates Are Encouraged to Apply and Will Be Given Preference)\r\nClosing: Continuous Recruitment.We are accepting and reviewing all qualified applicants who meet the minimum requirements which are listed in this announcement for consideration o n an ongoing basis.\r\nApplication Screening Process: 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.\r\nSalary: $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. 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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.\r\nLead, mentor, and develop the software engineering team, fostering a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.\r\nOversee architecture, design, development, testing, and deployment of software for RheoSense instruments and platforms.\r\nEnsure software meets high standards of performance, usability, and reliability, aligned with our mission of efficiency and error-free operation.\r\nCollaborate with hardware and firmware teams to ensure seamless integration across all product components.\r\nDrive roadmap planning, prioritization, and execution in partnership with product leadership.\r\nImplement and maintain best practices in coding standards, version control, documentation, and testing.\r\nTroubleshoot complex issues and guide the team in resolving software defects and performance bottlenecks.\r\nSupport customer-facing teams by providing technical insight and ensuring software enhancements address real user needs.\r\nManage project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure on-time, high-quality releases.\r\nPerforms other duties as assigned.\r\nMinimum Qualifications\r\nBachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Life Sciences or a related field.\r\n5+ years of software development experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or management role.\r\nStrong proficiency in languages and frameworks relevant to RheoSense products (e.g., C++, C#, .NET, embedded systems, UI/UX frameworks).\r\nExperience developing software for scientific instruments, hardware-integrated systems, or laboratory automation is highly preferred.\r\nDemonstrated ability to lead teams, manage projects, and deliver high-quality software in a fast-paced environment.\r\nExcellent problem-solving skills and a commitment to building intuitive, user-centric solutions.\r\nStrong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nProven ability to set technical direction, define software architecture, and guide long-term product evolution.\r\n5+ years of engineering leadership, including managing teams and driving technical strategy.\r\nProven experience developing software for scientific instruments, laboratory automation, or real-time data acquisition systems.\r\nStrong proficiency in C++, C#, .NET, or similar languages used in instrument control and scientific applications.\r\nFamiliarity with rheology, fluid dynamics, or analytical instrumentation (highly desirable but not required).\r\nPhysical Requirements\r\nThese physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these on an as-needed basis.\r\nAbility to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while working at a computer or participating in meetings.\r\nAbility to operate a computer, keyboard, mouse, and other standard office equipment.\r\nAbility to move within the office environment as needed to collaborate with team members or access equipment.\r\nAbility to occasionally lift, carry, or move equipment or materials weighing up to 50 lbs.\r\nWhat We Offer\r\nAt RheoSense, you can build an excellent job that grows into a meaningful and rewarding career. 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