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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer Manager and Full Stack Developer - **Company:** CFD Research Corporation - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), .NET Framework, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Computational Fluid Dynamics, Cloud Computing, Continuous Integration, Database Design, DevOps, Github, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, MongoDB, MySQL, Node.Js, NoSQL, Scrum Methodology, Redis, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Software Systems, SQL Databases, TypeScript, Google Cloud, ReactJS, Backend, Gitlab, Git, Vue.js, AngularJS, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Graphql, Front End Software Development, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Terraform, Software Version Control, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e7c6c627-6366-4994-8b0d-400637fd273a ## About the Role * Bachelor s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience) * 5+ years of software development experience, with 2+ years in an engineering management or tech lead role * Proven full stack development proficiency: frontend (React, Vue, or Angular), backend (Node.js, Python, Java, or .NET), and database design (SQL and NoSQL) * Experience leading Agile/Scrum teams in a delivery-focused environment * Demonstrated ability to hire, retain, and develop engineering talent * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present technical content to non-technical audiences * Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform) and containerized deployment (Docker/Kubernetes) * Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance is required, * Experience in defense, government contracting, or research engineering environment * Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and security-conscious development (e.g., STIG compliance, zero-trust architecture) * Active security clearance or demonstrated ability to obtain one * Experience with CI/CD toolchains (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) * Exposure to data-intensive or simulation-driven applications TECHNICAL SKILLS SUMMARY Frontend React, Vue, Angular, TypeScript, HTML/CSS Backend Node.js, Python, Java, RESTful APIs, GraphQL Data & Storage PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis Cloud & DevOps AWS / Azure / Google Cloud Platform, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform Version Control & CI/CD Git, GitHub / GitLab, Jenkins, GitHub Actions CORE COMPETENCIES * Technical Leadership guides architecture decisions and elevates team capability * People Development coaches engineers toward promotion-readiness and long-term growth * Delivery Accountability owns commitments end-to-end and communicates proactively * Stakeholder (internal and external) Engagement translates between technical and non-technical audiences * Adaptability thrives in fast-moving, multi-priority environments ## Description CFD Research is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager with strong full stack development capabilities to lead a team of engineers delivering high-quality software solutions. This role blends technical depth with people leadership the ideal candidate is comfortable reviewing architecture decisions in the morning and running a 1:1 in the afternoon. You will own the full software development lifecycle for your team's domain, mentor engineers at all levels, partner with stakeholders across the organization to align technical execution with business objectives, and engage with external customers., Team Leadership & Management * Lead, mentor, and grow a team of full stack engineers across varying experience levels * Define team goals, manage workload, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement * Partner with HR and senior leadership on hiring, onboarding, and workforce planning Technical Oversight * Serve as a hands-on technical lead capable of contributing code, reviewing PRs, and resolving architectural blockers * Establish and enforce coding standards, testing practices, and CI/CD workflows * Drive technical roadmap decisions in collaboration with product and architecture teams * Evaluate and recommend tooling, frameworks, and platform improvements Project Delivery * Own end-to-end delivery of software features and systems from scoping through deployment * Translate business requirements into technical tasks and sprint-level work * Track velocity, identify risks early, and communicate status clearly to stakeholders (internal and external) * Coordinate with DevSecOps, QA, and infrastructure teams to ensure reliable, secure delivery Cross-Functional Collaboration * Act as the primary engineering interface for product managers, business development, and program sponsors * Participate in proposal and SOW development where technical staffing or level-of-effort estimates are needed * Represent the engineering team in program reviews, design sessions, and client-facing meetings as appropriate ## Related Videos - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Reducing LLM Calls with Vector Search Patterns - Raphael De Lio (Redis)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1714-reducing-llm-calls-with-vector-search-patterns-raphael-de-lio-redis) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [Git for Code Reviews](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/429-git-for-code-reviews) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [The Best Software Developer Blogs to Read](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/156-the-best-software-developer-blogs-to-read)