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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development Project Manager - **Company:** Ignite, LLC - **Location:** Chesapeake, VA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $125,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Business Systems, Software Maintenance, Software Engineering, C4ISR, Information Technology - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17474135?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17474135%2FSoftware-Development-Project-Manager-Virginia-Chesapeake ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physical Sciences, Mathematics, Management Information Systems, or Business. * Active DoD SECRET clearance at time of hire. * 10 years of direct experience supporting C4ISR software maintenance programs. * 8 years of direct experience with: * Information technology-based projects and solutions * Software design, development, and production * Installation and test & evaluation of software maintenance solutions 4 years as a manager of software development and maintenance projects, including: * Supervising project personnel and/or technical teams * Scheduling and coordinating project work * Writing proposals and preparing bids Ordering and/or transporting technical equipment and materials Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working with DoD C4ISR, maintenance, logistics, or business systems. * Other relevant industry experience may be considered with COR approval. * Knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and DoD procurement policies and procedures. * Strong written and oral communication abilities commensurate with a senior project management role. * Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical programs with multiple stakeholders. * Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage concurrent priorities. * Effective communicator capable of presenting technical and programmatic information clearly. * Proven problem-solving skills supporting modernization, sustainment, and C4ISRrelated initiatives. ## Description Ignite Digital is seeking an experienced Project Manager to provide leadership and oversight for a legacy Navy web-based application program in support of NIWC Atlantic and DoW software maintenance efforts in the Norfolk, VA area. The selected candidate will serve as a key personnel resource responsible for managing technical teams, program schedules, cost performance, deliverables, and customer engagement across complex C4ISR software sustainment activities., * Lead planning, execution, and delivery of legacy Navy application and software maintenance and sustainment activities. * Oversee project scope, schedule, cost, and performance, ensuring alignment with customer objectives. * Manage multidisciplinary software development and maintenance teams. * Coordinate installation, integration, and testing efforts for software releases. * Prepare project documentation, reports, and technical and management deliverables. * Support proposal development, cost estimations, and bid preparation as required. * Build effective relationships with government stakeholders, subcontractors, and teaming partners. * Ensure compliance with FAR, DoD acquisition standards, and Ignite Digital internal processes ## Related Videos - [What is the real price of one successful line of code?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1921-what-is-the-real-price-of-one-successful-line-of-code) - [APIs and Architecture for scaling omnichannel payments](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/90-apis-and-architecture-for-scaling-omnichannel-payments) - [You’re a great coder? 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