Software Product Development Lead

EVONA; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Software Product Development Lead to drive innovation in defense and space technology. This pivotal role involves overseeing software architecture and development for mission-critical systems, ensuring efficient, scalable software solutions. The ideal candidate will have a robust background in embedded systems and a passion for building high-quality software. Join a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration and technical excellence, where your contributions will directly impact the future of technology in the space sector.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of software development and leadership experience required.
• Hands-on expertise in building software environments from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Lead software architecture and development strategy across product lines.
• Own and enhance CI/CD pipeline design and development.

Skills

C

C++

Python

Java

Matlab

Agile development practices

CI/CD pipelines

Automated testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CI/CD tools

Automated testing frameworks

Job description

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Recruitment Consultant @ EVONA Space | The #1 Staffing Solutions Company in the Global Space Sector | Collaborating with Space Tech leaders…

Software Product Development Lead – Defense & Space Technology

Full-Time | Green Card holders accepted

About the Company:

Join a forward-thinking defense, national security, and space technology organization dedicated to building mission-critical systems that protect vital assets and drive technological advancement. This company operates at the cutting edge of satellite subsystems and space component development, creating products such as software-defined radios, star trackers, and sun sensors.

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Software Product Development Lead to oversee software architecture, development, and testing across a growing product portfolio. This is a highly technical leadership role, best suited for individuals passionate about building efficient, scalable software systems and who thrive in hands-on environments. The successful candidate will drive initiatives to mature current technologies, streamline development environments, and support readiness for production scaling.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead software architecture, development strategy, and roadmap execution across product lines
• Own and enhance CI/CD pipeline design and development
• Standardize tools, languages, and processes across the software development lifecycle
• Mature automated test environments and ground support software (Python-focused)
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, engineering, and leadership teams
• Drive efficiency and quality improvements across existing and future programs.
• Oversee embedded software and application-layer development for satellite systems

Preferred Tech Stack:

• Languages: C, C++, Python, Java, Matlab
• Development Focus: Embedded systems, application development, automation scripting
• Methodologies: Agile development practices, CI/CD pipelines, automated testing

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 7+ years of software development and leadership experience (flexible for the right candidate)
• Hands-on expertise building software environments and defining dev standards from the ground up
• Strong background in embedded systems and scalable application software.
• Familiar with aerospace, defense, or space industry standards (DO-178, NPR 7150.2 a plus), not essential
• Able to extract customer needs and translate them into product development strategies
• Strategic thinker with strong collaboration and communication skills
• Experience leading small technical teams and collaborating across multidisciplinary functions

Travel Requirements:

• Remote candidates: Up to 25% initially (decreasing over time)

Interview Process:

• Initial screening call with technical leadership
• Deeper second-round technical interview (onsite possible if preferred)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology and Engineering

• Industries

  Software Development, Defense and Space Manufacturing, and Space Research and Technology

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