Formlabs Logo

Formlabs

Manufacturing Software Manager

Posted 8 Days Ago
Be an Early Applicant
Hybrid
Somerville, MA
Mid level
Hybrid
Somerville, MA
Mid level
The Manufacturing Software Manager will lead a team of engineers in developing software tools for manufacturing, defining calibration tests, and improving deployment processes for 3D printers.
The summary above was generated by AI

To reinvent an industry, you have to build the best team. Join Formlabs if you want to bring groundbreaking professional 3D printers to the desktop of every designer, engineer, researcher, and artist in the world.

Our Software Engineering team develops the software components that run in our factories around the world and helps bring 3D printers to consumers. You will be able to develop and manage the team that works on all aspects of factory software development and take our products from design to mass manufacturing.

If you are passionate about software and want to develop services that will be used to build thousands of printers and related products worldwide, then we want you as a Manufacturing Software Manager.

The Job:

  • Manage a team of four experienced software engineers
  • Develop and maintain manufacturing, engineering, and support test tools for our product lines
  • Work with engineering and manufacturing to define and create manufacturing and calibration tests for electrical hardware and software
  • Manage requirements from and set expectations with cross-functional teams 
  • Own the tools ecosystem encompassing design, validation, documentation, and release
  • Use data science to gain insight into our production lines and feed those insights back to the operations organization
  • Continuously improve our development and deployment process to streamline releases into our factories around the world

You:

  • Have a passion for consistently releasing high-quality software
  • Comfortable leading collaborative projects with other engineering teams
  • Able to work closely in a small team where personal interactions are critical to timely decisions and knowledge sharing
  • Have a solid understanding of embedded, electrical, and mechanical engineering
  • Strong project management skills
  • Are very comfortable using the command line and ssh to develop on Linux systems

Bonus Skills

  • Experience working with manufacturing teams on complex products
  • Full stack web development, including Javascript/HTML, DevOps, Docker, and microservices
  • Experience with C or C++ on microcontrollers

Our Perks & Benefits:

  • Robust equity program to build future wealth through RSUs
  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Low cost fund options in our 401K and access to advisors 
  • Generous paid Parental Leave (up to 16 weeks)
  • Tenure-based paid Sabbatical Leave (up to 6 weeks)
  • Flexible Out of Office Plan – Take time when you need it
  • Ample on-site parking & pre-tax commuter benefits
  • Healthy on-site lunches, snacks, beverages, & treats
  • Regular sponsored professional development opportunities
  • Many opt-in culture events across our diverse community
  • And of course… unlimited 3D prints

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.  

Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply. Help us build an inclusive community that will change the face of 3D printing.

Top Skills

C
C++
Docker
HTML
JavaScript
Linux
Microservices
HQ

Formlabs Somerville, Massachusetts, USA Office

Formlabs spun out of MIT in 2011 and never went too far. We're located in Somerville, MA just past Union Square, but steps away from Cambridge. There are plenty of cafes, restaurants, and other city conveniences within walking distance.

Similar Jobs

52 Minutes Ago
Hybrid
Boston, MA, USA
Mid level
Mid level
eCommerce • Healthtech • Pet • Retail • Pharmaceutical
The Software Engineer II will develop features for Cart and Checkout, improve customer experiences, and mentor junior engineers. Responsibilities include coding, documentation, and technical decision-making.
Top Skills: AWSCSSHTMLJavaJavaScriptReactVue
4 Hours Ago
In-Office
Boston, MA, USA
132K-198K Annually
Senior level
132K-198K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
The SRE will manage cloud deployments, CI/CD, and Kubernetes infrastructure while advocating for SRE best practices and improving operational capabilities.
Top Skills: ArgocdAWSC++DockerEksGoHelmKubernetesPythonRustTerraform
4 Hours Ago
In-Office
Lexington, MA, USA
142K-213K Annually
Senior level
142K-213K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Artificial Intelligence • Hardware • Robotics • Security • Software • Defense
As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will define EO/IR system architectures, model performance, lead experiments, and engage with teams for high-performance system delivery.
Top Skills: AfsimMatlabModtranPythonSpirits

What you need to know about the Boston Tech Scene

Boston is a powerhouse for technology innovation thanks to world-class research universities like MIT and Harvard and a robust pipeline of venture capital investment. Host to the first telephone call and one of the first general-purpose computers ever put into use, Boston is now a hub for biotechnology, robotics and artificial intelligence — though it’s also home to several B2B software giants. So it’s no surprise that the city consistently ranks among the greatest startup ecosystems in the world.

Key Facts About Boston Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 269,000; 9.4% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Toast, Klaviyo, HubSpot, DraftKings
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, biotechnology, robotics, software, aerospace
  • Funding Landscape: $15.7 billion in venture capital funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Summit Partners, Volition Capital, Bain Capital Ventures, MassVentures, Highland Capital Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: MIT, Harvard University, Boston College, Tufts University, Boston University, Northeastern University, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, National Bureau of Economic Research, Broad Institute, Lowell Center for Space Science & Technology, National Emerging Infectious Diseases Laboratories

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account