Software Engineering Manager 2 — Agile Leader (DoD)

Northrop Grumman Corp.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Software Engineering Manager 2 – SW Development Lead in San Diego, CA. You will guide a 10–20 person team through the full software lifecycle in an Agile setting, coordinating with systems, test, and DevSecOps groups to meet contract goals.

This dual role blends technical leadership with people management to deliver high‑quality software on time. Applicants should have a STEM degree with extensive software experience, strong OO, and hands‑on work with C/C++, Python,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 9+ years of related software development experience, or a Master’s with 7+ years.
• Strong proficiency in OO programming and software lifecycle processes.
• Experience leading software teams and collaborating across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of SW products in an Agile environment.
• Collaborate with systems engineering, hardware, test automation, and DevSecOps teams.
• Manage risk, mentor staff, and drive performance and career progression.
• Bridge technical leadership with programmatic governance and EVMS/CAM duties.

Skills

Software development

Object Oriented programming

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

C/C++

Python

Java

XML

Multi-threaded Linux

Atlassian suite

GitLab

Jenkins

Coverity

BlackDuck

EVMS

CAM responsibilities

OMS/UCI infrastructure

Job description

Northrop Grumman seeks a Software Engineering Manager 2 – SW Development Lead in San Diego, CA. You will guide a 10–20 person team through the full software lifecycle in an Agile setting, coordinating with systems, test, and DevSecOps groups to meet contract goals.

This dual role blends technical leadership with people management to deliver high‑quality software on time. Applicants should have a STEM degree with extensive software experience, strong OO, and hands‑on work with C/C++, Python,