Software Development Manager

Leidos a global technology leader is seeking a Software Development Manager for our UNICORN program supporting the United States Air Force in geographically distributed intelligence operations. UNICORN developed by Leidos revolutionizes ISR operations by enabling quick and effective planning collection analysis and production of intelligence. This highly intuitive workflow orchestration system optimizes ISR problem sets providing enterprise and sitelevel intelligence production management services for global ISR operations.

As a Software Development Manager for the UNICORN program you will play a pivotal role in leading a team of developers to deliver highquality software solutions. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the entire software development lifecycle from requirements gathering and design to implementation and deployment. You will work closely with crossfunctional teams to ensure that our solutions meet customer needs and comply with relevant standards and regulations.

Your technical expertise and leadership skills will be crucial in mentoring team members managing project timelines and resolving complex technical challenges. You will also be responsible for implementing best practices in software development including agile methodologies DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. A deep understanding of modern software development technologies and a passion for fostering innovation will drive the success of the team.

Join Leidos in our mission to enhance global security and efficiency through technology and innovation. Be part of a team that champions Integrity Inclusion Innovation Agility Collaboration and Commitment.

If youre ready to lead a talented team and drive critical software projects apply now to join Leidos as a Software Development Manager for the UNICORN program!

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of software developers fostering a culture of innovation collaboration and continuous improvement. Provide guidance and support to help team members grow in their careers.

• Define and refine overarching technical strategy across the program.

• Develop high level design artifacts working with other leaders and team members to ensure consistency security and performance.

• Oversee the software development lifecycle including planning scheduling and tracking project progress. Ensure timely delivery of highquality software solutions that meet business and technical requirements.

• Work closely with testers product owners designers and other crossfunctional team members to define project scope requirements and objectives. Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across teams to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes.

• Provide technical direction and decisionmaking throughout the development process. Ensure the implementation of best practices including code quality standards software architecture and design patterns.

• Champion agile methodologies and practices including sprint planning daily standups retrospectives and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD). Work with support staff and other agile roles to optimize team performance.

• Collaborate with QA teams to develop test strategies and ensure that testing is integrated into the development process. Ensure that software meets quality standards and is free of critical defects.

• Identify potential risks and challenges in the development process and proactively develop mitigation strategies. Communicate risks and progress to stakeholders and management.

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Encourage the adoption of new tools and technologies to enhance team productivity and software quality.

• Regularly update stakeholders on project status deliverables and any issues or changes. Ensure that all stakeholders have a clear understanding of project goals and progress.

• Manage team resources effectively including allocating tasks managing workloads and ensuring that team members have the necessary tools and support to succeed.

Basic Qualifications

Security Clearance:

• U.S. citizenship is .

• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance as required by the position.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related technical field with 12 years of relevant experience in software development and management. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Alternatively a Masters degree in a related field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience.

Technical Expertise:

• Extensive experience with and .NET 8 with C# as the preferred programming language.

• Proficiency in designing developing and deploying software solutions using the Microsoft technology stack.

• Understanding of software security best practices and compliance requirements particularly in highly regulated environments.

• Experience with agile software development methodologies including Scrum Kanban or similar frameworks utilizing Atlassian software or equivalent.

• Indepth understanding of the software development life cycle (SDLC) and experience with implementing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines.

Leadership and Management:

• Proven successful experience in leading and managing software development teams including mentoring and developing team members.

• Strong project management skills with the ability to oversee multiple projects and ensure timely delivery.

• Strong intrapersonal skills with a focus on teamwork and building positive relationships.

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders and collaborate with crossfunctional teams.

ProblemSolving and Analytical Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to identify and solve complex technical problems and make sound decisions under pressure.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decisionmaking.

• Willingness to stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends and the ability to adapt to new challenges and technologies quickly.

Certifications:

• CompTIA Security

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or above security clearance

• Current or prior development experience with the AF DCGS UNICORN program