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IT Director

Emeryville, CA

About Ansa Biotechnologies 

At Ansa Biotechnologies, we are not just advancing DNA synthesis—we are revolutionizing it. Our enzyme-driven approach unlocks the next frontier in biotechnology, paving the way for innovations that will transform therapeutics, diagnostics, biomanufacturing, and synthetic biology. We believe that DNA synthesis is the foundation for tackling the world's most pressing challenges, and we are on a mission to drive that change. 
 
If you are passionate about cutting-edge technology, love working in a high-growth environment, and want to be part of something that will reshape the future of science, Ansa is the place for you. 

 

The Opportunity 

As our IT Director, you will have a unique opportunity to shape and lead a company's technological backbone on the cutting edge of biotech innovation. This is not just an IT role—a leadership position that touches every part of the business, ensuring that our teams have the infrastructure to create, innovate, and push the boundaries of what's possible. You'll be instrumental in scaling our systems to meet the demands of a rapidly growing organization, all while maintaining the security, efficiency, and flexibility essential to our success. 

 

What You'll Do 

  • Lead and Innovate: Design and implement an IT strategy that supports Ansa's aggressive growth and drives innovation across the organization. You'll work closely with R&D, commercial, and operational teams to ensure our systems are robust, scalable, and aligned with business goals. 
  • Build for the Future: Lead the integration and management of enterprise software, cloud platforms, and network solutions across our complex IT environment. You'll solve today's problems and anticipate tomorrow's challenges, ensuring we are always a step ahead. 
  • Safeguard Our Innovation: Oversee our data security and compliance efforts, managing customer audits and ensuring that we exceed industry standards for privacy, security, and risk management. You'll be our front line in protecting sensitive data and maintaining trust with customers and partners. 
  • Execute Large-Scale Projects: From system upgrades to cutting-edge infrastructure implementations, you'll drive IT projects that empower our teams to work smarter, faster, and more efficiently. Your ability to lead and deliver on these initiatives will directly impact our mission. 
  • Collaborate and Elevate: Partner with quality systems management to integrate IT solutions with our quality control processes, ensuring that our systems support regulatory requirements and high-performance standards. 
  • Drive Vendor Strategy: Manage relationships with external vendors, consultants, and partners, ensuring we have the best tools and services to support our ambitious goals. You'll negotiate contracts and make decisions that keep us at the forefront of technology. 
  • Grow and Develop Talent: Build and mentor a talented IT team, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and customer-centric support. You'll ensure your team is equipped to handle the challenges of a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment. 

 

What You Bring 

  • 10+ years of experience managing complex IT environments, with a proven track record of scaling infrastructure in high-growth, dynamic organizations. 
  • Expertise in developing and executing IT security policies, managing compliance frameworks, overseeing risk management, and handling customer audits. 
  • Deep understanding of hybrid IT environments (MacOS, Windows, Linux) and proficiency with cloud-based platforms like Google Workspace, AWS, and the Cisco/Meraki network stack. 
  • Experience with ERP systems, specifically NetSuite and its constellation of integrations, managing implementation, maintenance, and optimization of business workflows. 
  • Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence across departments and manage complex, cross-functional initiatives. 
  • Experience leading large-scale IT projects from concept to completion, including system integrations, data migrations, and infrastructure upgrades. 
  • A bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field is essential. 

 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Experience working in business environments related to biological sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and/or contract research organizations. 
  • Familiarity with managing IT infrastructure in laboratory settings, supporting research, manufacturing, and commercial functions. 
  • Knowledge of compliance issues related to export-controlled technology and security in AWS domains. 
  • Experience with Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) and other tools that support high-functioning, technology-driven teams. 

 

Why Join Ansa? 

At Ansa, you'll be part of a team of brilliant, passionate individuals dedicated to changing the world through biotechnology. We're a high-growth company that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and pushing boundaries. Here, your ideas will shape the future of DNA synthesis, and your work will contribute directly to breakthroughs that will impact science and society. 

We offer: 

  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k retirement plan, and generous vacation and parental leave. 
  • Competitive salary and equity packages tailored to your experience and the impact you will have on our mission. 
  • An inclusive, collaborative culture that values the ideas and contributions of every team member. 

Join Ansa Biotechnologies and help us redefine what's possible in biotech. Together, we will unlock new frontiers in science and solve problems that matter to humanity. 

 

Ansa Biotechnologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
 
At Ansa, we’re building a community of intelligent and passionate people that will help us change biotechnology research with our enzymatic DNA synthesis technology. We believe that challenging and trusting one another, and continuously learning are essential to our success. We believe that building diverse, inclusive, and psychologically safe spaces are essential to a community culture that yields the happiest colleagues and friends, and the highest quality research.
 
As we are growing rapidly, this is an ever present goal: hiring the best people while building diversity in thought, experience, and background within our team. While the biotechnology space can feel limited in BIPOC, non-binary, and even female representation, we endeavor to make hiring decisions that will continue to grow and support our team in the direction of cultural diversity and sustainability.

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