Software Engineering Manager (Virtual)

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of embedded software engineers performing engineering and technical activities for safety-critical and non-safety critical applications, ensuring adherence to requirements, DO-178C Design Assurance Level (DAL), and Level of Rigor (LOR) standards
• Proactively assess and manage software staffing needs; create a healthy talent and skill pipeline to meet project resource timelines
• Drive technical planning and execution, including analyzing and responding to team agile metrics, to ensure the team consistently meets or exceeds planned cost, schedule, technical performance, safety, and quality targets
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including other software engineering teams, systems engineering, hardware engineering, quality assurance, coworkers, customers, and suppliers to ensure seamless integration of software components, meet all requirements, and ensure efficient and accurate communication throughout the project lifecycle
• Demonstrate the ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure and professionalism in stressful situations, with a strong sense of cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Provide guidance and direction to team members to ensure adherence to Software Engineering Design Practices, Independent Verification & Validation, and other engineering excellence initiatives
• Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and professional growth within the team
• Integrate modern development methodologies and DevSecOps principles to ensure robust software development practices that enhance security, quality, and efficiency throughout the software lifecycle
• Engage with stakeholders, suppliers, including customers and regulatory bodies, to communicate project status, address concerns, and ensure alignment with program objectives

Requirements

• Ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance (post-start) and ability to obtain program access, for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship only
• 3+ years of experience in engineering management or technical management
• 3+ years of exposure to Agile development methodologies including planning activities, incremental development processes and collaboration techniques
• 5+ years of experience working with cross-functional teams

Nice to Have

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent engineering or experience typically acquired through advanced technical education
• Background in software engineering development activities
• Proficiency with DevSecOps and modern Software Development practices
• Strong communication skills and a natural leadership style that inspires action, motivates excellence, and fosters innovation, while effectively interfacing with senior leadership, customers, and regulatory agencies
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and deliver results on time and within budget
• Previous experience in an engineering management and/or team lead position

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain a Top Secret Security Clearance (post-start)
• U.S. Citizenship required for program access

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities
• Eligibility to enroll in a variety of benefit programs including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance, and paid/unpaid time off
• Summary Pay Range: $143,650.00 - $224,250.00