What are the responsibilities and job description for the Software Engineering Manager position at Automata, Inc.?
Level : 5Salary band : $185,000-$195,000Bonus : 10% performance-based, discretionaryLocation : Hybrid - work in our Cambridge, MA office up to 3x / wkAt Automata , we're on a mission to transform how scientists work by making automation accessible to every lab in the world. We believe that by giving labs the power to automate, we can unlock discoveries that will shape the future of life sciences—from diagnostics and drug discovery to synthetic biology.But we’re more than just a company disrupting the industry—we're a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and creators passionate about empowering scientists. Our LINQ platform combines hardware and software to streamline workflows, making lab automation fast, flexible, and affordable. This means our customers can focus on groundbreaking research, while we take care of the rest.Why Work at Automata? Impact : Your work will directly contribute to advancements in science and medicine, supporting labs around the globe as they push boundaries in research and innovation.Innovation : You’ll be part of a team solving complex problems, using cutting-edge technology.Growth : We invest in our people. Whether through hands-on experience, professional development, or collaborative projects, you’ll grow both professionally and personally.Community : Join a diverse, passionate team that values collaboration.About the team Our engineers are more than just technically skilled; they're driven by curiosity and a growth mindset. They understand the profound impact of their work on the life sciences industry, and this fuels their passion.We are flexible and look for the right folks. You are not expected to know everything, but here are our core technologies : Python for our application code, APIs and SDKTypescript with ReactSQL and NoSQL databases : PostgreSQL, Couchbase, DynamoDBEvent-driven architecture, employing technologies such as Kafka, gRPC and Protobuf for event definitionsSolver technology and algorithms to drive our workflow scheduling solver engineDeployment on AWS to IoT Greengrass, ECS, Lambda and EKS, with infrastructure managed via Terraform and pipelines via CircleCIFeature flags to enable us to experiment and control when we release new features to customersIn this role, you will be responsible for : Support, mentor and line manage : 5-10 engineers, building a healthy team culture and ensuring the team makes technical contributions that align with engineering standards and best practices.Provide technical leadership : to the team, ensuring effective delegation and alignment towards contributing to the overall delivery.Shipping and building a resilient product : with scale and reliability in mind.Putting customers at the heart of what you do : by understanding what makes sense for our users.Taking pragmatic approaches and keeping it simple : by solving problems that we have, not for problems we might encounter.Building an agile architecture : that is expected to evolve and is flexible to adapt.Collaborating and supporting your team : because being a team player is a massive part.What it takes : Technical leadership and engineering excellence : guiding the team to a high standard.Production experience across the core technology stack : of Python, React and Typescript in an AWS environment.Effective stakeholder management : in supporting customer engagement.Delivery-focused and pragmatic : ensuring customer value is delivered efficiently.Have a product mindset : always keen to understand customer needs.Comfortable dealing with ambiguity : thinking through the problem space, seeking feedback, and adjusting the platform through iterations.US team benefits : Healthcare : Competitive healthcare for you and your family.401k : We offer a 401(k) retirement savings plan.Well-being budget : Invest in your own well-being, personal growth, and hobbies.Holiday : 30 days 8 public holidays.Additional leave days : Time off for dependents, 'Me days', birthdays and volunteering days off.Birthday trees : Planting a tree for every employee on their birthday, every year.Paid sick leave : 10 days paid sick leave.Mental health support : Access therapy for you and your family.Career progression frameworks : Each department & discipline has a progression framework.We are an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Discrimination of any kind is strictly prohibited.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Salary : $185,000 - $195,000
