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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineering Manager - **Company:** NPAworldwide - **Location:** Binghamton, NY, United States - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Python (Programming Language), Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, Product Software Implementation Methods, Systems Integration, Multithreading, Real Time Systems, Information Technology - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.disabledperson.com/jobs/73458525-software-engineering-manager ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience). * Active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance (or higher) with an investigation completed within the past five years. * Eight (8) or more years of professional software development experience. * Minimum of two (2) years providing technical leadership, team leadership, or engineering supervision. * Strong hands-on programming experience using one or more of the following: + C + C++ + Python + C# * Experience developing software for defense, aerospace, embedded, simulation, or other real-time applications. * Experience supporting software planning activities, including BOEs, IMPs, and IMS development. * Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid software development methodologies. * Demonstrated ability to mentor engineers while remaining an active technical contributor. * Ability to obtain required Special Access authorizations. * U.S. Citizenship is required due to government contract requirements. * Ability to support occasional travel and extended work schedules as program needs require. Preferred Qualifications Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable: * Real-time software development * Embedded systems * Defense or aerospace software * Legacy software modernization * Multi-threaded applications * Software architecture * System integration and verification * Technical proposal development ## Description As a Software Engineering Manager, you will lead the technical direction of software development efforts while supporting the professional growth of a small engineering team. You'll collaborate with systems, hardware, integration, and program leadership to deliver reliable, high-performance software for sophisticated defense applications., Technical Leadership (Approximately 80%) * Provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle for complex defense applications. * Design, develop, and enhance software using C, C++, Python, and/or C#. * Guide modernization efforts involving legacy software while improving performance, maintainability, and long-term reliability. * Collaborate with systems, hardware, integration, and program teams to ensure successful implementation of software solutions. * Lead technical reviews, software architecture discussions, and engineering decision-making. * Troubleshoot complex software challenges involving real-time, embedded, and mission-critical systems. * Support software planning activities, including resource planning, Basis of Estimates (BOEs), Integrated Master Plans (IMP), and Integrated Master Schedules (IMS). * Promote engineering best practices through code reviews, technical mentoring, and continuous improvement initiatives. Functional Leadership (Approximately 20%) * Coach, mentor, and develop software engineers while supporting career growth and technical excellence. * Conduct performance reviews, establish development goals, and provide ongoing feedback. * Assist with staffing, workload planning, recruiting, and team development. * Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing engineering culture. * Support proposal efforts, software process improvements, and organizational initiatives. * Communicate organizational priorities while ensuring consistent application of engineering processes and standards. ## Related Videos - [You’re a great coder? That alone won’t get you far: The soft skills secret in IT success](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1076-you-re-a-great-coder-that-alone-won-t-get-you-far-the-soft-skills-secret-in-it-success) - [Are Code Reviews Worth It? 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