EXPANSIA

EXPANSIA

E01-C07 Software Manager

Hollywood, MD · Contract

No sponsorship$125k-$144kDetected 85 days ago
JavaScriptTypeScriptPythonC++AngularGitCI/CDJenkinsLinuxStakeholder ManagementProcess ImprovementEmbedded SystemsLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • Hollywood, MD Our client is seeking an experienced Software Manager to guide our software development team through complex, high-impact projects within a classified environment.
  • The proposed salary range for this position is $125,000 - $144,000.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a team of embedded software engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex embedded software projects - ensuring alignment with product, design, and engineering teams.
  • Provide technical guidance on architecture, design, and implementation for embedded systems.
  • Drive process improvements and implement best practices across the software discipline.
  • Manage resource planning, project scheduling, and stakeholder communication to ensure on-time, high-quality delivery.
  • Proven ability to motivate teams, communicate effectively with stakeholders, and manage expectations.

Requirements

  • Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field and 7-10 years of embedded software development experience with 3-5 years managing or leading a software development team.
  • Proficiency in C++, C, Python, and JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Experience with RTOS environments (VxWorks, QNX, FreeRTOS), Embedded Linux, and deterministic/preemptive scheduling
  • Hands-on experience with Git and CI/CD tools including Atlassian Bamboo, Jenkins, Bitbucket Pipelines, and GitLab CI
  • Familiarity with Angular and Qt/QML for UI development
  • Strong understanding of UDP/TCP protocols, multicast networking, and DDS (Data Distribution Service)
  • Strong understanding of embedded systems, real-time constraints, and hardware/software integration.
  • Experience with process improvement and implementing engineering best practices.
  • Experience managing software projects in classified or restricted environments (e.g., DoD, IC, or defense contractor programs).

Compensation

  • The proposed salary range for this position is $125,000 - $144,000.

Equal opportunity

  • Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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