Dandy · 4 hours ago
Engineering Manager - CAD/3D Research and Novel Algorithms
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expDandy is transforming the dental industry through technology and innovation. They are seeking an R&D Software Engineering Manager to lead a new team focused on novel manufacturing and CAD/CAM techniques, driving innovative solutions and fostering a culture of scientific discovery.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)CADDentalHealth CareIndustrial AutomationLogisticsManufacturingSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead a high-performing team of R&D engineers, accountable for their performance, growth, and career development
Define the direction of your team by building its technical roadmap, aligning projects with strategic business goals
Drive the execution of complex R&D workstreams, from initial research and experimentation to production-ready solutions
Act as the bridge between innovation and execution, partnering closely with application and manufacturing teams to rapidly scale new technologies
Champion technical excellence, ensuring your team’s work is of the highest quality and operational standard
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous learning, creating a space for your team to experiment with an expectation of learning from both successes and failures
Cultivate a healthy and collaborative team environment that embodies Dandy’s values
Qualification
Required
3+ years of engineering management experience, with a proven track record of leading and developing technical teams
Graduate-level degree (Master's or PhD) in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience in an academic or industrial research setting
Strong background in advanced manufacturing concepts, including additive (e.g., 3D printing) and subtractive (e.g., CNC milling) modalities
Experience with CAD/CAM workflows, toolpath planning, and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
Exposure to computer vision fundamentals and their practical applications
Demonstrated ability in innovation risk management and making impact-based prioritization decisions
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate project timelines and complex technical challenges to various stakeholders
A passion for continuous learning and staying current with state-of-the-art developments in CAD software, manufacturing and automation
Comfortable with ambiguity and skilled at navigating the path from unstructured problems to concrete solutions
Benefits
Healthcare
Dental
Mental health support
Parental planning resources
Retirement savings options
Generous paid time off
Company
Dandy
More than a dental lab—Dandy is a tech-powered, end-to-end solution delivering high-quality, customized restorations at scale.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
GreenoaksPrimary Venture Partners
2025-05-02Series D
2022-08-17Series C
2022-01-20Series B
Leadership Team
Daniel Hanover
Co-Founder, Chief Executive Officer, Chief Technology Officer
Toni Oloko
Co-Founder
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