Software Development Manager

Job Description
The Opportunity: Join BAE Systems' Intelligence and Security Sector and be part of a diverse and enthusiastic team who supports the U.S Navy's Strategic System Program (SSP). We are searching for a Software Development Manager to join the Software Solutions team that supports the customer's enterprise applications. A hybrid position: In office collaboration days are Tuesday, Wednesday and an additional day of choice.
The Role: We are in search of a proactive and strategic-minded Software Development Manager to lead our software development initiatives. As a Software Manager, you will play a pivotal role in steering the direction of our software projects, ensuring they align with our business goals and meet the highest standards of quality. You will:

• Effectively lead teams of software developers through Software Development Life Cycles
• Actively participate in and/or manage all phases of initiatives including requirements, design, construction, unit testing, QA testing, deployment and on-going maintenance
• Manage quality of software development to minimize risks and ensure that the deployed code is fully functional, efficient, scalable and robust
• Understand and lead software design and development, object oriented analysis and design, and application architecture with technologies and programming languages including, but not limited to; Java, .NET, Angular/React, JavaScript.
• Create and/or review technical assessments, rough order of magnitudes and high-level requirements for assigned projects.
• Work with and may lead High Performance Teams to develop, track and deliver project plans and project deliverables. Appropriately delegate project tasks and provides guidance to build strong leadership and team skills within the project teams
• Be on-call to lead teams to resolution for production outage incidents
• Perform all duties inherent in a supervisory role. Ensures appropriate hiring, onboarding, training/cross training, establishes and evaluates team member performance, promotions, salary actions and terminations
• Be responsible for tasks/activities as assigned by senior management
• Mentor members assigned to your team

Who You Are:

• You are eager to work in a DoD environment supporting the customer's mission
• You love learning how to use and administer new tools and technologies
• You enjoy working with people and collaborating across teams
• You have a high degree of personal drive, initiative and the ability to drive change

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Have found that success in this position requires:

• Proven experience as a Software Development Manager or a similar leadership role
• Demonstrated experience configuring Software Applications and Systems
• Experience drafting technical instructions, technical designs and other technical documentation
• Knowledge of software configuration management processes
• Knowledge of software, application or system integration process and testing
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with partners and government officials
• Extensive experience in developing, deploying, and integrating software solutions
• Ability to successfully mentor & coach Team members
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of successful experience in software development with at least 3 years' experience in a management or lead role, OR 12 years' experience with 8+ years of successful experience in software development with at least 3 years' experience in a management or lead role.

• An active DoD Secret Security clearance, ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance
• A hybrid position: In office collaboration days are Tuesday, Wednesday and an additional day of choice.
• An IAT II certification as specified in the DoD 8570
  
  • OR a SECNAV qualifying degree AND obtaining an IAT II certification with six months of start date
• Ability to obtain and maintain Common Access Card (CAC), badge access to the customer's facility, and a SSP network account in good standing

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Additional education, experience, and skills that will further contribute to your success include:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Project Management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams
• Self-Starting, proactive approach to tasks
• Strong learning capacity for software tools and technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• CompTIA Security+ ce Certification
• Experience applying DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs)

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $126610 - $215270
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
At BAE Systems, we work hard every day to nurture an inclusive culture where employees are valued and feel like they belong. We are conscious of the need for all employees to see themselves reflected at every level of the company and know that in order to unlock the full potential of our workforce, everyone must feel confident being their best, most sincere self and be equipped to thrive. We provide impactful professional development experiences to our employees and invest in social impact partnerships to uplift communities and drive purposeful change. Here you will find significant opportunities to do meaningful work in an environment intentionally designed to be one where you will learn, grow and belong.