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# Head of Software Product

- **Company:** Lila Sciences, Inc.
- **Location:** San Francisco, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Computing Platforms, Software Construction, Software Systems
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/head-of-software-product-lila-sciences-7909640

## About the Role

* 15+ years of experience in Product Management, with a track record of shipping complex, multidisciplinary software systems (0-to-1 and scaling phases) using a modern tech stack.
 * Experience building software with AI at its core and must be AI-native.
 * Deep understanding of the scientific method, either via schooling in a scientific domain or from experience building software for scientists
 * Demonstrated experience building and leading large, high-performing teams in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.
 * A drive for impact against mission goals, with a high degree of comfort in the ambiguity of a 'founding' environment.
 * Capable of communicating technical and scientific concepts to any audience, from engineers to investors.

Bonus Points For

 * Experience with automated or self-driving labs.
 * Experience building complex agentic AI strategies.

## Description

As the Head of Software Product you will serve as the primary architect of our software product strategy. You will lead the development of our "Agentic Superscience" software-the foundational platform designed to reinvent the scientific method through AI. Reporting directly to the Chief Revenue & Product Officer, you will be responsible for transforming complex scientific workflows into a scalable, world-class software ecosystem. You will set the roadmap, build the processes, and the culture necessary to deliver Lila's most critical competitive advantage. As a member of the leadership team, you will play a critical role in shaping the culture, technical strategy, and therapeutic impact of our software.

What You'll Be Building

 * The Agentic Platform: Lead the roadmap and build of our foundational software platform that enables AI agents to conduct, analyze, and iterate on complex materials, chemistry, and biology experiments.
 * A Cross-Functional Engine: Create the integrated framework that allows Software, ML, and Wet-lab teams to work in a continuous, high-performance loop.
 * Customer-Centric Interfaces: Deliver reliable, intuitive interfaces and high-performance endpoints that make scientific superintelligence accessible to diverse users.
 * Operational Excellence: Own the product lifecycle from discovery to delivery. Implement robust frameworks for prioritization that balance rapid innovation with enterprise-grade reliability.
 * The Product Org & Executive Voice: You will build the frameworks for high-level communication, serving as the authoritative voice for the software product and providing the strategic insights that will influence Lila's overall trajectory.


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