Senior Director of Engineering

Quantum-Si; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 275,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Equity awards

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) retirement plan with pre-tax &R

Job summary

Quantum-Si in the United States seeks an experienced Senior Director of Engineering to drive innovation in next generation protein sequencing instrumentation and consumables. This leader will grow the engineering team and oversee mechanical, electrical, optical, and fluidics engineering, plus consumable engineering and systems integration.

The role requires strategic leadership, deep technical expertise, and a track record of bringing innovative scientific instruments to market, with travel up

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in engineering leadership and 12+ years engineering experience.
• Experience bringing scientific instruments to market and managing complex projects.
• Strong understanding of product development, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.
• Able to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop high performing engineering teams and instrument software developers.
• Develop and execute engineering strategy aligned with company goals.
• Collaborate with R&D, Commercial, Operations, and vendors to align efforts with market needs.
• Plan and deliver projects on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Provide technical guidance for scientific instruments meeting quality and regulatory standards.
• Oversee development of instrument control software and hardware/consumables integration.
• Lead systems integration to verify instrumentation and maintain fleet.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Mentoring teams

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Systems integration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in engineering

Tools

Instrument control software

Job description

Quantum-Si is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Engineering to drive innovation in next generation protein sequencing instrumentation and consumables. This leader will grow and develop the engineering team to build well-designed instrumentation with high quality and reliability. The Senior Director of Engineering will oversee all aspects of mechanical, electrical, optical, and fluidics engineering, as well as consumable engineering, systems integration. This role requires a strategic leader with a deep understanding of complex engineering disciplines and a proven track record of bringing innovative scientific instruments to market. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, technical expertise, and a passion for driving technological advancements in scientific instrumentation and consumables used to measure single molecules in biochemical assays.

As part of our team, your core responsibilities will be:

• Lead, mentor, and develop high performing teams of engineers, systems integration scientists, and instrument software developers, fostering a culture of collaboration, creativity, quality, and continuous improvement
• Develop and execute a comprehensive engineering strategy that aligns with the company’s vision and business goals
• Collaborate with other departments, including R&D, Commercial, and Operations, as well as 3rd party vendors to align engineering efforts with market needs and business goals
• Oversee the planning, execution, and successful completion of engineering projects that are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Provide technical guidance and expertise in the development of scientific instruments, ensuring products meet rigorous quality and regulatory standards
• Oversee the development of instrument control software and its integration with hardware and consumables
• Lead the systems integration team to verify new instrumentation, consumables, and software, as well as maintain the existing fleet of instruments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in engineering leadership roles and 12 years of engineering experience, preferably within the biotechnology or scientific instrumentation industries.
• Proven track record of managing complex engineering projects from concept to commercialization and transfer to manufacturing
• Strong understanding of product development processes, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with a history of building and developing high performing teams.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

The estimated base salary range for this position in the United States is $275,000- $300,000. In addition to base salary, full-time employees are eligible to participate in Quantum-Si's discretionary annual bonus program and may receive equity awards as part of the total compensation package.

Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the position level, relevant skills, knowledge, experience, qualifications, geographic location, internal equity, and market data.

Quantum-Si also offers a competitive benefits package designed to support employees' health, well-being, work-life balance, and family needs. Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options, where applicable
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources to support personal and professional well-being
• Discretionary paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Parental leave to support employees welcoming and caring for a new child
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with both pre-tax and Roth contribution options

Additional Information

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. Quantum-Si does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship of any kind for this position, including support for applicants currently pursuing permanent residency (Green Card sponsorship).

Quantum-Si does not accept unsolicited agency resumes.

Quantum-Si is an E-Verify and equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or Veteran status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.