Software Engineering Manager

Job description

Responsibilities

Job Title: Software Engineering Manager

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Local

Anticipated Posting End: 1/1/2100

The Opportunity

CACI is seeking a Software Engineering Manager in support of the Data Transport Product Support Sustainment Logistics Maintenance (DSLM) contract, located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You will lead and grow a team of software engineers, test engineers, and product owners in support of our various mission and non-mission systems in support of the Satellite Control Network (SCN), as well as act as the Scrum Master. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving technical excellence, fostering team development, and delivering high-quality software solutions that align with business objectives. This position requires a proven track record of managing software engineering teams, balancing technical and business priorities, and creating an environment where engineers thrive.

Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Management:

Lead, mentor, and develop a software sustainment team

Conduct regular 1-on-1 meetings and provide ongoing coaching and feedback

Manage performance reviews, goal setting, and career development plans

Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing team culture

Handle hiring, onboarding, and team capacity planning

Address performance issues and provide constructive guidance

Promote continuous learning and professional growth within the team

Build team morale and engagement through recognition and support

Make strategic technical decisions that balance innovation with maintainability

Drive adoption of engineering best practices and coding standards

Participate in technical discussions and problem-solving sessions

Ensure technical debt is managed and addressed appropriately

Champion quality, security, and performance standards

Project & Delivery Management

Coordinate with and support Product Owners:

Plan and coordinate software development projects and sprint activities in coordination with Product Owner

Define project scope, timelines, and resource allocation

Monitor project progress and remove blockers to ensure timely delivery

Balance competing priorities and manage stakeholder expectations

Drive agile/scrum ceremonies and continuous improvement initiatives

Ensure delivery commitments are met with high quality standards

Implement risk mitigation strategies for project dependencies

Coordinate cross-team collaboration and dependencies

Strategic Planning & Execution

Collaborate with product management to define roadmaps and priorities

Contribute to department-level planning and strategy

Identify opportunities for process and technology improvements

Support estimation and capacity planning

Communication & Collaboration

Communicate project status, risks, and achievements to leadership

Collaborate with peer managers and cross-functional teams

Facilitate knowledge sharing within and across teams

Present technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Advocate for team needs and represent team interests in organizational decisions

Operational Excellence

Implement and improve development processes and workflows

Ensure proper documentation of systems, processes, and decisions

Manage on-call rotations and incident response procedures

Drive automation

Ensure compliance with security, privacy, and regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Required:

US Citizen with DoD Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain and maintain Secret Security Clearance

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field and 3 + years experience or combination.

Experience working on a software development team as a developer, analyst, tester, or scripter

Experience with Agile Methodology

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Desired

Experience on DoD programs and interaction with government stakeholders - SCN experience is a plus

Scrum Master/Team Coach certification

Experience creating and managing software release schedules

Experience with budgeting and forecasting

Ability to build, lead, and motivate high-performing teams, including coaching and mentoring team members

Experience using the following COTS tools: JIRA, Git, SharePoint, Fortify

Other Agile Certifications (software development oriented)

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is

$82,100-$172,400

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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Worksite address

colorado springs, CO, 80509, US

Who can apply

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