Engineering Manager / Software Manager (Woodbridge, ON)

September 5, 2025

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Engineering Manager – Chromatography (Woodbridge, ON)

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The Company
PerkinElmer is a global analytical services and solutions provider with offerings including the leading OneSource Field and Laboratory services business that serve the biopharma, food, environmental, safety and applied end markets to accelerate scientific outcomes. Since 1937, PerkinElmer has served as a trusted partner in laboratory analysis and management and today complements its service offerings with a broad portfolio of atomic spectroscopy, molecular spectroscopy, and chromatography instruments, consumables, and reagents. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 team members, the Company serves customers in more than 35 countries. Additional information is available at

The Company
PerkinElmer is a global analytical services and solutions provider with offerings including the leading OneSource Field and Laboratory services business that serve the biopharma, food, environmental, safety and applied end markets to accelerate scientific outcomes. Since 1937, PerkinElmer has served as a trusted partner in laboratory analysis and management and today complements its service offerings with a broad portfolio of atomic spectroscopy, molecular spectroscopy, and chromatography instruments, consumables, and reagents. With a dedicated team of more than 5,000 team members, the Company serves customers in more than 35 countries. Additional information is available at On site M-F in our Woodbridge, ON office
Purpose
We are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team of highly skilled software engineers in the development of software solutions for the Chromatography market . The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, deep technical expertise, and a passion for innovation , ensuring the delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions that meet customer and business needs.
This role will be responsible for end-to-end software project execution , from planning to deployment , with a strong focus on collaboration across product management, hardware R&D, and global software teams .
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Product Development

  • Lead, mentor, and manage a team of onshore and offshore software engineers to foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Own and drive the software roadmap for Chromatography products, ensuring alignment with business strategy.
  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), from design and implementation to testing, deployment, and maintenance.
  • Lead the transition of chromatography software from desktop-based solutions to cloud-based platforms, ensuring seamless integration and scalability.
  • Drive technical excellence, guiding teams on software architecture, technology selection, and proof-of-concept initiatives.
  • Identify and mitigate technical risks while proactively managing technical debt.

Project Execution & Process Optimization

  • Ensure on-time delivery of software projects while managing scope, cost, and quality.
  • Implement and enforce Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban) to optimize development cycles.
  • Promote DevOps best practices, including CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and secure coding standards.
  • Ensure compliance with software security standards (OWASP, ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 11).
  • Manage engineering resources and project budgets, optimizing team efficiency.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with product managers, hardware R&D, and business teams to translate customer needs into software solutions.
  • Establish seamless communication between software and hardware teams to enhance product integration.
  • Collaborate with quality assurance teams to uphold software reliability, security, and performance.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in software development, with 2+ years in a leadership role.
  • Strong background in developing software for hardware-integrated applications.
  • Experience managing offshore development teams and working in global, cross-functional environments.
  • Expertise in .NET 4.8 and 8.0, C#, WPF, Golang, JavaScript, CSS, React.
  • Familiarity with microservice orchestration frameworks (e.g., Nomad, Kubernetes).
  • Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and tools like JIRA, Confluence.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with secure software development practices (OWASP Top 10) and DevOps principles.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in Life Sciences, Biotechnology, or Healthcare industries.
  • Knowledge of Chromatography software and instrument data processing (GC, LC, MS).
  • Understanding of regulatory requirements (ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR Part 11).
  • Experience in performance optimization, on-premise/hybrid/cloud deployments, and IoT integration.
  • Strong background in CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Mid-Senior level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Engineering and Information Technology

  • Industries

    Biotechnology Research, Research Services, and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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