The Software Engineering Institute (SEI) is seeking a Software Development Technical Leader to support U.S. Navy customers in the acquisition of a software-based maintenance and readiness application critical to fleet operations and national security. The role provides technical leadership across the software acquisition lifecycle, including architecture analysis, software development oversight, risk reduction, and sustainment planning.
Requirements
- BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline with ten (10) years of relevant experience
- Master’s degree in the same fields with eight (8) years of experience
- PhD in the same fields with five (5) years of experience
- Proven experience designing and implementing complex software architectures for mission-critical or sustainment-focused systems
- Demonstrated ability to identify, analyze, and balance architecture drivers, tradeoffs, extensibility, and long-term maintainability
- Deep understanding of C and C++ software development, including analysis of existing codebases
- Working knowledge of C#, Java, and Python
- Experience across the full software development lifecycle, including the use of static analysis tools and techniques to improve software quality and security
- Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and engage credibly with government and contractor stakeholders
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to government decision-makers
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active Department of War (DoW) security clearance
- Previous experience working with large scale Naval Command elements such as NAVSEA, NAVAIR, NAVWAR, NAVFAC, NIWC or their predecessors such as SPAWAR
Benefits
- 8% employer retirement contribution with no employee contribution requirement
- Tuition benefits for you and your dependent children
- Access to university resources, including wellness programs, transit benefits, and onsite fitness facilities at select locations
- Paid parental leave and military leave
- Eligibility for relocation assistance and additional benefits
