Software Project Manager

Actalent, Inc.; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

3% 401K contribution

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. is seeking a Software Project Manager to lead software development projects, coordinate Agile execution, and oversee SDLC and CI/CD activities for embedded systems and cybersecurity-focused initiatives.

This permanent onsite role in Santa Barbara, CA requires 4+ years of project management, strong communication, and readiness for DoD-related work; collaboration across engineering, security, and IT teams is essential.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in software project management.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and secure release management.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development projects ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Coordinate Agile execution and manage SDLC processes.
• Oversee CI/CD pipeline activities and ensure smooth software-hardware integration.
• Manage IT-related project oversight, including system upgrades and cybersecurity compliance.
• Ensure infrastructure improvements align with the needs of software teams.

Skills

Agile methodologies

SDLC processes

CI/CD pipelines

Documentation and communication

Embedded systems familiarity

DoD security clearance readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

CI/CD tools

Embedded Linux

RTOS / FPGA software

Job description

The Software Project Manager will be responsible for leading software development projects while ensuring that IT-related initiatives that impact engineering, security, and software development workflows remain on track. The primary focus will be on software project management, Agile execution, SDLC processes, CI/CD pipeline coordination, and software-hardware integration. The secondary focus includes IT-related project oversight such as system upgrades, cybersecurity compliance, and infrastructure improvements as they relate to software teams.

Software Project Manager

Job Description

The Software Project Manager will be responsible for leading software development projects while ensuring that IT-related initiatives that impact engineering, security, and software development workflows remain on track. The primary focus will be on software project management, Agile execution, SDLC processes, CI/CD pipeline coordination, and software-hardware integration. The secondary focus includes IT-related project oversight such as system upgrades, cybersecurity compliance, and infrastructure improvements as they relate to software teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead software development projects ensuring timely delivery and quality standards.
• Coordinate Agile execution and manage SDLC processes.
• Oversee CI/CD pipeline activities and ensure smooth software-hardware integration.
• Manage IT-related project oversight, including system upgrades and cybersecurity compliance.
• Ensure infrastructure improvements align with the needs of software teams.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in software project management.
• Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and secure release management.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience as a software engineer before transitioning into project management.
• Experience managing software development under cybersecurity frameworks (CMMC, NIST 800-218).
• Strong knowledge of embedded Linux, real-time operating systems (RTOS), or FPGA software.
• Familiarity with IT security policies and engineering-related infrastructure projects.
• Experience with automated security testing tools and SBOM management.
• Technical back ground in C, C++, or Python for embedded and systems-level development.

Work Environment

The work environment will involve close collaboration with engineering, security, and IT teams. The role requires the ability to coordinate across various teams to ensure project milestones are met. The candidate will be working in an environment that involves embedded systems, real-time computing, and cybersecurity-conscious practices. Standard office hours apply, with occasional need for extended hours to meet project deadlines. Dress code is business casual.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Santa Barbara, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $170000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance, paid vacation, and sick time
• 3% 401K contribution
• Professional development opportunities

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Santa Barbara,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 2, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.