Software Engineering Manager

About this role

<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Software Engineering Manager</span></strong></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">We are seeking a people-first, technically grounded Engineering Manager (EM) to lead high-performing teams that design, build, and deliver secure, scalable software solutions for both government and commercial customers. In this critical role, you will be the leader your team trusts — someone who creates clarity, removes barriers, and develops engineers into the best versions of themselves. You will set technical direction by breaking down complex problems and partnering closely with senior engineers and architects, while keeping your teams healthy, aligned, and delivering with velocity and quality.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Your greatest impact will come through your people. You will build a culture of psychological safety, accountability, and growth — empowering your teams to take ownership and do their best work. You will partner with Product, Program, and Architecture leaders to translate strategic vision into action, and you will be the bridge that connects your team’s work to the broader mission.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our engineering organization and make a direct impact on mission-critical systems that serve both government and commercial domains.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> <br><br></span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Why This Role Matters</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">Great engineering organizations are built by great leaders — not just great technologists. As an Engineering Manager, your ability to communicate clearly, develop people, and build trust is what makes everything else possible. The strongest technical strategy fails without a team that’s engaged, supported, and aligned.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">If you are motivated by developing people, building teams where engineers thrive, and driving delivery through strong leadership and clear communication, this is your opportunity to lead impactful work that advances national security and commercial innovation.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> <br><br></span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">What You’ll Do</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">People Leadership</span></strong><span data-contrast="auto"> </span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></p> <p><span data-contrast="auto">This is the foundation of the role. Everything else builds on your ability to lead, communicate, and develop people.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559685":0,"335559739":0}"> </span></p> <ul> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Build trust through transparent, honest communication. </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Be the leader who gives your team clarity on the “why” — not just the “what.” Communicate openly about priorities, trade-offs, and hard decisions.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Develop engineers and grow careers. </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Provide continuous, meaningful feedback — not just quarterly reviews. Understand each team member’s goals and actively create opportunities for their growth. Mentor both individual contributors and emerging team leads.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Create psychological safety. </span></strong><span data-contrast="auto">Foster an environment where engineers feel safe to ask questions, raise concerns, surface problems early, and challenge ideas constructively. Teams that feel safe move faster and produce better outcomes.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></li> <li><strong><span data-contrast="auto">Navigate difficult conversations with empathy and directness. </span></strong><span…