About MyOme MyOme's mission is to provide clinically-actionable genetic information to patients throughout their lives. To achieve this goal, we combine clinical-grade sequencing, advanced methods for genome interpretation, and easy portals for doctors and patients to order tests and access results. We firmly believe that patients own their data, and we empower them to share that data however they choose. We are led by seasoned entrepreneurs and scientists, and backed by an elite group of investors. Job Description MyOme seeks a director of engineering to lead the software engineering team at MyOme. You will work with the Head of Engineering, a team of engineers, and our clinical teams to build a world-class platform that enables patients and doctors to use whole-genome sequencing data and interpretation to improve human health. Responsibilities Work with the Head of Engineering, project manager, and other stakeholders within MyOme to plan projects, identify dependencies, and establish timelines. Oversee day-to-day execution of projects and provide technical expertise to guide them. Manage the backend engineering teams, including hiring, evaluating, mentoring, and dismissing employees. Implement, maintain, monitor, upgrade, and document systems appropriate for a regulated environment. Work with internal and external systems managers to ensure the security and general availability of systems. Oversee integrations with external partners. Expected breakdown of time: 60% management, 30% technical leadership, 10% hands-on coding Skills and Experience No specific degree or field prerequisite. If you can do the work well and humbly, we want to talk with you. Exceptional experience with Python, Django, REST APIs, Linux, system design, and AWS. Strong experience with modern software development, unit testing, CI/CD, devops, logging, and monitoring. Familiarity with React, Terraform, Kubernetes, networking, and Docker is valuable. Experience scaling up software engineering teams. Ability to thrive in a nimble start-up environment with changing priorities. Know the difference between scrappy one-off solutions and production-grade solutions and when each is appropriate to be used. Excellent communication and organizational skills; familiarity with non-dogmatic agile development practices. Location, Compensation, and Benefits Location: Hybrid; San Francisco (near Montgomery BART) 2 days/week Compensation: 200K-240K/year depending on experience; equity; and the following benefits: Company-paid health/vision/dental benefits 401K and equity option Company-sponsored meals and snacks Commuter benefits and shuttles to train stations Vacations and generous sick time Diversity, Inclusion, and Equal Opportunity MyOme needs people of diverse backgrounds in order to build healthcare that serves diverse patients. Diversity includes all of the dimensions of a person's being, not just race, gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or religion. Our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds, and who share a passion for improving people's lives and lifting up those around them. All of our employee’s points of view are key to our success, and fostering inclusion is an expectation of all of our employees. MyOme is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Why Work at MyOme? Come work with us, but only if you: Like to work with incredibly passionate people that aspire to change the way people engage with their health at a genetic level Like to be challenged daily by the work but also people that are smart and leaders in their respective functions Are comfortable with the early-stage nature of companies including the ambiguity that comes with it Enjoy challenging tasks that will push you to your limits but also help you grow along with the company Like competitive compensation, including equity in a company backed by world-class investors and led by an experienced team that have previously formed several successful companies Enjoy unlimited PTO, health, dental and vision benefits