Thermo Fisher Scientific · 6 hours ago
Sr. Manager, Gen AI Software Engineering
Pleasanton, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$163K/yr - $245K/yr
8+ years expThermo Fisher Scientific is a company focused on making a positive global impact through science. They are seeking a Senior Manager in Generative AI Software Engineering to lead initiatives within their Genetic Sciences team, focusing on developing AI-driven applications and managing a team of engineers and scientists.
BioinformaticsBiotechnologyCloud Data ServicesConsultingHealth CareLife ScienceManagement Information SystemsOffice SuppliesPrecision Medicine
No H1B
Responsibilities
Work closely with senior leaders to translate strategic objectives into actionable engineering tasks
Lead the design, development, and deployment of GenAI-driven applications, including AI-powered assistants and automation agents
Map, build, and train domain-specific foundation model(s) around Thermo Fisher’s Genetic Sciences capabilities
Help build on Prem and in Cloud AI model fine-tuning infrastructure in collaboration with ThermoFisher's core IT teams
Assist in architecting and maintaining scalable, secure, and cost-efficient AI model deployments in Cloud environments
Implement processes to monitor, secure, and optimize data pipelines supporting AI applications
Collaborate with business teams implement product and AI strategies aligned with organizational growth objectives
Participate in KOL engagements with companies and Academic institutions in the Gen AI and health and diagnostics market segment
Articulate use case scenarios and detailed product requirements with specific benchmarks aligned with product goals
Collaborate with, lead, and mentor a team of AI engineers, data scientists, algorithm developers, and software developers to ensure successful project delivery
Qualification
Required
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screen
Master's Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Biomedical Engineering, or related field required
Deep understanding of domain-specific AI/ML training and inference, Large Language Models (LLMs), Generative AI (Gen AI), and relevant frameworks
8+ years in data science / AI with 2+ years in leadership roles in diagnostics, MedTech, biopharma, or healthcare or allied fields with Biotechnology (equivalent combinations of education and relevant work experience may be considered)
Hands-on expertise with Python/R and core libraries; strong command of statistical modeling, large language models, and data visualization
Strong technical expertise in Gen AI model training and inference, and familiarity working with deep learning frameworks like Pytorch/JAX
Proficiency with any of the Gen AI deployment models using OpenAI, Anthropic, or Gemini on platforms like Amazon Bedrock
Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases, messaging systems, and modern web/mobile application development practices
Practical knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipeline tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and coordinate multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strategic thinker with hands-on execution ability
Deep interest in applying technology to solve real-world healthcare and scientific challenges
Benefits
A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
Company
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Thermo Fisher Scientific is a biotechnology and laboratory equipment company that provides a wide range of scientific products and services.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$15.97BKey Investors
National Grid
2025-11-24Post Ipo Debt· $2.42B
2025-09-30Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-08-07Post Ipo Debt· $2.95B
Leadership Team
Marc Casper
CEO
Stephen Williamson
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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