Software Solution Program Management Lead

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As a Software Solution Program Management Lead, you will drive the software project management activities related to the launch and further development within the Roche Sequencing Platform. This includes coordinating the work across research and development teams along the sequencing datapath – instrument control, real time analysis, platform management, and downstream post-primary analysis software. Success will require providing software project management leadership across the solution with the goal of a cohesive sequencing commercial launch.

You will be accountable for the overall planning, execution tracking, and coordination of the software datapath for the sequencing solution by managing and optimizing the flow of the various sequencing software solution projects using various tools, such as the program JIRA boards, Gantts, etc. You will oversee the sequencing software solution team progress updates with regards to execution & testing of features and capabilities.

You will consolidate and report status to the Sequencing Core Team, Steering Committee, and various project teams. You will hold Product and Project Managers accountable for aligning of planned actions with the overall solution delivery strategy. You will provide input on resourcing to the Sequencing Core Team and the capabilities needed to address critical bottlenecks. You will work with the various software teams to define solution integration configurations, checkpoints, and installations.

You will manage stakeholders within the sequencing software project and solution teams, and also with internal and external research partners. You will develop / modify processes, policies, and procedures to facilitate the working relationship between software development teams and its business functions / partners. You will ensure compliance with Roche processes, quality, and regulatory requirements. This is an onsite position based in Santa Clara, CA.

Relocation support will not be provided.

(Required)

• You have a Masters in computational science or related disciplines (e.g. mathematics, physics, computer science).
• You have 8 years leading complex projects or cross‑functional teams in the Diagnostics, Medical Device, and/or Pharmaceutical industry.
• You have first‑hand experience delivering digital solutions in healthcare or life sciences (e.g. medical imaging, bioinformatics, ML/AI‑driven clinical decision support).
• You have a deep technical understanding of computational science and informatics applications and methods in the Diagnostics, Medical Device and/or Pharmaceutical industry.
• You have demonstrated knowledge of hardware and software product development processes for regulated medical devices.

Preferred:

• You have the ability to manage complex projects with ambitious timelines in high‑pressure circumstances.
• You have the ability to lead by influence.
• You have strong meeting facilitation capabilities.
• You have the ability to coordinate project related activities; the ability to challenge management in relation to data and resources.
• You have excellent communication skills with ability to effectively present complex problems or projects to stakeholders of all levels across multiple functions.
• You have high emotional intelligence, self‑motivation, and strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Santa Clara, CA is $169,000 – $314,000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job‑related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also…