Software Development Manager

Booz Allen Hamilton•McLean, VA

1d•Remote

About The Position

The Software Development Manager leads a team of developers through the entire software development lifecycle, from planning and design to testing and deployment. This role balances technical guidance with project management to ensure software products are delivered on time, within budget, and to high quality standards. The manager establishes development standards and best practices, maintains code quality and system architecture, and acts as the key link between the development team and upper management.

Requirements

5+ years of experience with software development
2+ years of experience managing and leading software engineering teams
Experience designing software architectures for scalability, reliability, and performance
Experience with programming languages such as Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript
Experience with Agile methodologies and sprint planning tools such as Jira or Azure DevOps
Experience with cloud infrastructure such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Experience debugging, performance optimization, and version control systems such as Git
Top Secret clearance
HS diploma or GED
Security+ CE Certification

Nice To Haves

Ability to lead and mentor across varied technical teams
Ability to manage resource allocation, team workload, and project prioritization
Ability to stay up to date with the latest software development technologies and methodologies
Possession of strong interpersonal and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
Possession of excellent project management skills
TS/SCI clearance
Bachelor's degree in a STEM field preferred; Master’s degree in a STEM field a plus
PMP, AWS, ITIL, or CSM Certification

Responsibilities

Lead technical design and architecture discussions, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and align with long-term technology goals.
Manage the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including sprint planning, resource allocation, and project timelines, using agile methodologies.
Develop proof of concepts with hands on responsibility.
Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide ongoing mentorship, and support the professional growth of individual software developers.
Define and enforce team-wide coding standards and best practices through consistent code reviews to maintain software quality and consistency.
Act as the primary technical contact for product managers and stakeholders to translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications.
Oversee the software release and deployment process, including management of CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth and timely delivery of new features.
Direct the recruitment and hiring process for new developers, from interviewing technical candidates to facilitating team integration.
Manage budgets for software, tools, and training, and report on project status and team performance to senior leadership.