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Software Development Manager

General Dynamics

La Grange, AR
Full Time
Senior
129k-175k
about 1 month ago

Job Description

About the Role

Seize your opportunity to make a personal impact as a Software Development Manager supporting one or multiple software development program(s). GDIT is your place to make meaningful contributions to challenging projects and grow a rewarding career. Our work depends on a Software Development Manager joining our team to focus on long term software modernization and development of new functional enhancements, increasing the capabilities of Enterprise Information Management (EIM). At GDIT, people are our differentiator.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of software developers
  • Oversee day-to-day operations, including task assignment, managing backlog of efforts and prioritizing implementation, performance management, and professional development
  • Manage the design and development of software for new and existing computer systems
  • Create basic documentation in work changes, revisions, or problems
  • Walk customers or training personnel through recommended problem-solving steps in use of the application
  • Attend and present at customer and executive-level meetings
  • Manage Task Order(s) ensuring all software development tasks are complete, meet schedule, and performance requirements
  • Direct project assignment, lead software projects from planning through execution and deployment
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved within scope and budget
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive software documentation, operational procedures, and policies
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or mathematics
  • 5+ years of related experience
  • Experience in Agile and Cloud software development management
  • Must be clearable for a position of Public Trust and standard background investigation check
  • Software system leadership roles that have an average value of $100M or greater
  • Solid technical background in software development
  • Strong communication skills; demonstrated ability to communicate appropriately and to raise issues to teams and senior management
  • Ability to thrive in situations of complexity and ambiguity while functioning at a high level of productivity in a fast paced and dynamic environment
  • Demonstrates ability to work independently
  • Demonstrated strength in solving complex problems

Nice to Have

  • FAA National Airspace System (NAS) experience
  • FAA Cloud Services
  • Agile certification (PMI-ACP or SAFe certification)

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or mathematics
  • 5+ years of related experience

Benefits & Perks

  • Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
  • 401K with company match
  • Comprehensive health and wellness packages
  • Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
  • Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
  • Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
  • Paid vacation and holidays

Working at General Dynamics

GDIT is a global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development. We strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 1, 2025
Salary129k-175k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceSenior

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About General Dynamics

Website

gd.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

La Grange, AR

Industry

Computer Systems Design and Related Services

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