Job Description
Description Software Development Manager (SITE III / Directorate Operations) Location: Herndon, VA ? Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph (or SCI Eligibility). Must be US citizen to obtain this clearance. Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in a relevant study area and 8+ Years (4+ in Leadership). The Mission As the Software Development Manager for our SITE III Directorate Operations (DO) team , you won't just manage tasks-you will lead the engineering heartbeat of the U.S. Intelligence Community. We are looking for a hands-on technical leader to bridge the gap between high-level strategy and mission-critical execution. If you thrive on building high-performing teams and navigating complex software architectures in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment, this is your next challenge. How You'll Make an Impact Lead & Scale: Direct multiple cross-functional engineering teams, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and technical excellence. Architect the Future: Drive strategic decisions on technology selection (AWS, Java, Python) and system design to ensure our solutions are resilient and innovative. Bridge the Gap: Act as the primary technical translator between executive leadership, architects, and stakeholders, ensuring project milestones are met with transparency. Deliver at Scale: Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of complex products-from initial resource allocation and risk mitigation to final deployment. Mentor & Grow: Take ownership of the "people" side of engineering, including hiring, performance coaching, and career devel