Head of Engineering
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Overview
Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Executive
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$125,000-$200,000/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Family/Dependent Health
Paid Vacation
Job Description
Head of Engineering Compensation: $125K– $200K salary, up to 1.0% equity stock optionsFull benefits, including health coverage, PTO & parental leaveAbout BiomeSenseBiomeSense is a life sciences startup applying gut microbiome technologies (GutLab, MetaBiome) to advance personalized medicine. We partner with UCSF, UCSD, NIH & the University of Chicago & are backed by LabCorp Ventures, Bluestein Ventures, Seerave Foundation & Emil Capital Partners.Role SummaryOwn the full hardware (HW) lifecycle for GutLab, from architecture & subsystem integration through manufacturing, validation & deployment for a complex electromechanical device & BOM. Act as final technical authority for GutLab system performance, fleet stability & next generation GutLabs (Gen3) production, combining hands-on engineering depth with strategic judgment to ensure current systems perform reliably in the field & Gen3 scales into manufacturing.Key Responsibilities:
- System Ownership & Development: Own GutLab architecture (electromechanical & fluidic); lead design, testing & refinement via CAD, prototyping & manufacturing
- Validation & Deployment Readiness: Own validation, stage gates, documentation & traceability across revisions, firmware & field performance. Lead troubleshooting, diagnostics & closed-loop fixes to eliminate systemic failure modes
- End-to-End Execution: Set & execute high standards for all aspects of HW development: procurement, transfer, sustaining engineering & operations
- Manufacturing Scale-Up: Drive DFM, design freeze, pilot builds, supplier alignment, cost targets & manufacturing strategy + execution for Gen3
- Team Leadership: Mentor & lead a HW team; align resources, timelines & execution to production milestones
- Strategic Problem Solving: Address any and all procurement challenges while identifying cost-effective solutions
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with other leaders to align hardware development with broader company strategy & goals
- 8+ years’ experience in hardware engineering for complex electromechanical systems
- Deep proficiency in CAD, tolerances, prototyping & manufacturing
- Product lifecycle ownership (concept through transfer & scale-up)
- Proven ability to build & manage technical teams
- Systems-level troubleshooting expertise across mechanical, fluidic & electronic
- Structured, decisive & execution-oriented with high accountability
- A strategic thinker who thrives under pressure in fast-paced environments
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This job at BiomeSense is located in Chicago, IL, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at BiomeSense?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $125,000 and $200,000 per year.
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BiomeSense lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at BiomeSense?
BiomeSense is looking for a candidate with "Executive" experience level.
What education level is required for this job?
The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
What benefits are offered by BiomeSense for this role?
BiomeSense offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Family/Dependent Health, Paid Vacation, Parental and Family Leave, and Health & Wellness Programs for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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