Director of Software Engineering — Lead Secure Defense Systems

Saab, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 189,000 - 255,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

Generous paid time off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase opportunities

Job summary

A leading defense and security company is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to oversee a talented engineering team. This role requires a strong leader with 18+ years of experience in software engineering and proven ability to manage cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality software delivery, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Located in Syracuse, NY, the organization offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• 18+ years in technical/engineering environment with 5+ years in leadership.
• Experience in Aerospace and Defense preferred.
• Ability to obtain Secret level clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and scale the Software Engineering team.
• Partner with leadership to translate strategy into plans.
• Ensure accurate cost and schedule targets.

Skills

Leadership

Software Engineering

Communication

Project Management

Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

C/C++

Java

VS Code

Git

DOORS

PTC Integrity Modeler

Job description

A leading defense and security company is seeking a Director of Software Engineering to oversee a talented engineering team. This role requires a strong leader with 18+ years of experience in software engineering and proven ability to manage cross-functional teams. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality software delivery, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Located in Syracuse, NY, the organization offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and 401(k) contributions.