Implementation Specialist

Gene by Gene, Ltd.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & HSA

Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) Matching

Diverse PTO & holidays

Disability & Family Leave

Job summary

Gene by Gene, Ltd. is seeking an experienced Implementation Specialist to own the technical lifecycle of B2B client accounts.

You will guide onboarding, portal configuration, and API integration while ensuring feasibility of client workflows across 3PL, labs, and delivery logistics. You will collaborate with Commercial, Data Engineering, and Operations to deliver successful go-lives and coordinate mid-lifecycle changes.

Qualifications

• Experience in technical sales engineering, solutions architecture, or technical project management.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related field is preferred.
• Strong ability to translate complex technical details for non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate end-to-end workflows across 3PL, lab, and delivery operations.
• Lead external onboarding, portal setups, and API integration steps for clients.
• Manage mid-lifecycle changes, product switchovers, and tech enhancements.
• Coordinate with Data Engineering, Lab, Commercial, and 3PL to hit go-live schedules.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Technical communication

Problem solving

Client onboarding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related technical discipline

Tools

CRMs

API integrations

Web portal configurations

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and customer-obsessed Implementation Specialist to lead our B2B customer support function. The Implementation Specialists owns the complete technical lifecycle of client accounts—from initial pre-sales operational scoping through system integration and ongoing platform upgrades. Situated within Technical Operations, this role serves as the essential bridge between commercial promises and operational execution. They ensure all proposed client workflows are technically feasible across 3PL, laboratory, and delivery logistics, while directly leading external onboarding, portal setups, and mid-lifecycle system switchovers. This hybrid role requires strong leadership, organization, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a deep understanding of service delivery in a scientific or laboratory services environment. This will be a hybrid role with a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Accountabilities and Responsibilities

Workflow Architecture

• Design, map, and validate end-to-end operational and technical workflows spanning 3PL setup, laboratory processing, and delivery+ prior to contract execution.

Pre-Sales Technical Scoping

• Collaborate with the Commercial team and Outside Sales to vet technical requirements, API capabilities, and operational boundaries for prospective deals.

External Client Onboarding

• Direct the client-side onboarding process, including user interface training, portal setup, and API integration steps.

Technical Project Management

• Serve as primary project lead for mid-lifecycle account changes, including product switchovers, system upgrades, and custom technology enhancements.

Cross-Functional Alignment

• Coordinate directly with Data Engineering, Lab, Commercial, and 3PL departments to maintain go-live schedules and technical performance.

Position Requirements

• Proven familiarity with web portal configurations, CRMs, API integrations, and technical data workflows.
• Knowledge of 3PL, laboratory operations, API integrations, and delivery workflows.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of driving cross-departmental teams (Data Engineering, Lab, Operations) to meet strict project deadlines.
• Exceptional ability to translate complex technical specifications into clear, actionable steps for non-technical stakeholders and client teams.
• Proven familiarity with web portal configurations, CRMs, API integrations, and technical data workflows.
• Knowledge of 3PL, laboratory operations, API integrations, and delivery workflows.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of driving cross-departmental teams (Data Engineering, Lab, Operations) to meet strict project deadlines.
• Exceptional ability to translate complex technical specifications into clear, actionable steps for non-technical stakeholders and client teams.

Education

• Experience: 4+ years of experience in technical sales engineering, solutions architecture, or technical project management, ideally within a reference laboratory, biotech, or SaaS environment.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline.

Why Join Us

At Gene by Gene, you’ll join a mission-driven team advancing the science of genetics and discovery. You’ll have the opportunity to shape meaningful campaigns, tell compelling brand stories, and collaborate with talented professionals who share your passion for creativity, curiosity, and impact.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Medical & Health Savings: Choice of 3 medical tiers generously sponsored by the company, with a monthly $50–$100 employer HSA contribution based on plan type and dependent level.
• 100% Covered Dental & Vision: No premium costs for employees or dependents.
• 401(k) Matching: Generous 50% company match up to 6% of annual base salary.
• Diverse PTO Framework: Structured time off incorporating vacation, sick leave, mental health days, personal days, company holidays, and a flexible floating holiday.
• Income Protection & Family Leave: Full company sponsorship of Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (STD/LTD) alongside Paid Family Leave offerings.