Senior Agile Software Engineering Lead (Real-Time/Embedded)

Jobtailor

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in San Diego seeks a Senior Software Program Manager to lead a 10–20 person team through the full SDLC in an Agile environment, aligning delivery with contractual cost, schedule, and technical requirements.

You will provide technical guidance, mentor staff, manage risks, and coordinate with DevOps, Systems Engineering, and Testing to ensure successful delivery while maintaining security clearances. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM; 8+ years related engineering experience; OR Master’s in STEM with 6+ years; OR PhD with 4+ years.
Experience leading with Agile (Product Owner/Scrum Master or team member).
Experience with full SDLC.
Experience with real-time/flight-critical/safety-critical/medical/mission-critical software.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of 10–20 through the full SDLC in an Agile environment.
Plan, execute, and deliver software products meeting contractual cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
Report Agile metrics and EVMS status to Sub IPT lead and program leaders.
Manage and communicate program and technical risks.
Collaborate with Software Development, Systems Engineering, Test Automation, DevOps, and Systems Test.
Provide technical guidance, leadership, and mentoring.
Provide functional management to direct reports, including staffing and onboarding; disciplinary actions.
Travel up to 25% may be required.