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Harnham

Director of Engineering

Harnham, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants This range is provided by Harnham. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range

$210,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr Additional compensation types

RSUs Direct message the job poster from Harnham Director of Engineering – Lead Innovation in Healthcare Technology Are you passionate about building cutting-edge software solutions that make a real impact on healthcare? This is a unique opportunity to lead a talented engineering team, drive innovation, and shape the future of genetic and health risk insights. About the Company: This start-up is pioneering methods and developing products that help families understand their risk for inherited diseases. By creating a

lifetime, on-demand health insights platform , my client empowers individuals with data-driven knowledge about

cardiac health, diabetes, cancer risk, and medication responses . With a mission to transform genetic health insights into actionable solutions, they are backed by world-class investors and led by a team with deep experience in healthcare technology. The Opportunity: The

Director of Engineering

will lead the software engineering team, collaborating closely with leadership and product managers to

design, build, and optimize software systems . This role is ideal for someone who enjoys

technical leadership, strategic planning, and hands-on problem-solving

in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Key Responsibilities: Work with leadership and stakeholders to

plan projects, identify dependencies, and establish timelines . Oversee project execution and provide

technical guidance

to ensure efficient delivery. Manage backend engineering teams, including

hiring, mentoring, evaluating, and growing talent . Implement, monitor, and maintain systems in a

regulated environment . Ensure

system security, reliability, and scalability

in collaboration with internal and external teams. Lead

integration efforts with external partners

and healthcare data platforms. Balance responsibilities with

60% team management, 30% technical leadership, and 10% hands-on coding . Skills & Experience You’ll Need to Succeed: Strong experience with

Python, Django, REST APIs, Linux, system design, and AWS . Expertise in

modern software development, unit testing, CI/CD, DevOps, logging, and monitoring . Familiarity with

React, Terraform, Kubernetes, networking, and Docker

is a plus. Experience in

biotech or genetic testing

is highly desirable. Ability to thrive in a

fast-moving start-up environment , balancing

scrappy solutions and production-grade development . Strong

communication and organizational skills , with a pragmatic approach to agile development. Why Join This Team? Make an Impact

– Contribute to life-changing healthcare innovations that help individuals and families worldwide. Collaborate with the Best

– Work alongside experienced leaders who have built

successful healthcare companies

(Natera, Invitae, Ciitizen). Cutting-Edge Technology

– Engage with the latest

AI-driven, cloud-based healthcare solutions . Competitive Compensation

– Enjoy a

strong salary, equity participation, and benefits

(health, dental, vision, 401k). Start-up Energy with Stability

– A fast-paced, dynamic environment with the backing of

top-tier investors. Seniority level

Seniority level Director Employment type

Employment type Full-time Job function

Industries Biotechnology Research, Research Services, and Health and Human Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Harnham by 2x Inferred from the description for this job

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