Sr Director, Software Engineering
Centennial, COAll locationsCentennial, COLouisville, CO On-site
$239,133–$328,808 a yearJobFig found this opening at its original source and checks that it remains available.
About the role
The Sr Director of Software Engineering role involves leading multiple components of a software engineering division or a key enterprise focus area for space systems and technologies. This leadership position requires extensive technical expertise combined with exceptional strategic vision and leadership skills to guide the organization in achieving its objectives. The role includes establishing strategic and tactical plans based on business strategy, making critical decisions that impact function/area performance, and leading through subordinate managers. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a current/active Top Secret with SCI eligibility U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use. Application Deadline: This role will remain posted until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
What you'll bring
- We seek individuals who are passionate about innovating beyond boundaries and relentlessly pursuing solutions that protect, preserve and empower – to join us in this critical mission.
- We’re looking for team members who align with our values, mission and goals – while also meeting the minimum qualifications below.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent work experience in lieu of degree).
- Typically 18+ years of software engineering experience with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles.
- Proven track record of successfully managing large teams and complex projects at an enterprise level.
- Strong technical background in software development and engineering principles.
- In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices in software engineering.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build strategy
- identify and implement the steps needed to execute strategy over a business area/function.
- Strong financial acumen and budget management skills.
- Experience leading and supporting organizational changes.