Software Development Senior Manager

Leidos has an opportunity within the newly created Digital Modernization Practice Area, leading Software Engineering and Development for the Mission Drivers organization. We’re seeking qualified candidates for the position of Software Development Senior Manager, a customer-delivery focused position that will lead a team of 80+ software engineers, system architects, developers, QA engineers, and business analysts responsible for the design, development, testing, delivery, and support of a series of mission-critical applications for key federal customers.

Requirements

• Interact with and manage internal and external customers to ensure successful delivery of application development Repeatable Offerings, aligning capabilities to program requirements and developing cost and schedule data to support proposals and offering delivery.
• Provide senior level leadership for a large team of experienced technical professionals that are enabled to exercise appropriate levels of independence, influence, and judgment to be successful in their duties.
• Lead and supervise a team of development and QA managers responsible for the design, implementation, testing, and delivery of software solutions.
• Hire and build highly effective software development and delivery teams with a focus on developing and coaching employees to perform at their best.
• Establish and coach best-practice Agile development methodologies and processes consistent with customer requirements and governance guidelines.
• Create a winning culture for the team that acknowledges the successes of each other and is willing to offer a helping hand when their teammates need it.
• Navigate and resolve complex, multilayered problems successfully through teamwork and effective collaboration, utilizing sound logic and analysis skills to effectively communicate with respective stakeholders.
• Be accountable for managing budgets, timelines, and delivery commitments for the team.
• Raise issues proactively with experience briefing issues and solutions to senior leadership and to the customer.
• Establish and communicate goals for the team, track progress and review team’s performance constructively to coach continuous improvement.
• Collaborate effectively with other groups supporting the customer, including Operations and Security to ensure software deployments are secure and perform as specified within the constraints of the customer’s infrastructure.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Vacation days
• Holidays
• Sick leave