Engineering Manager, Application Software

** Due to the classified nature of our work, U.S. citizenship is required. Candidate must meet the eligibility to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance. **

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

About Us

Pacific Defense develops advanced electronics systems for the U.S. Department of Defense and commercial customers. Specializing in Open Systems Architecture solutions for electromagnetic spectrum warfare, we deliver modular, rapidly reconfigurable systems in less than half the time of traditional contractors. Our expertise spans Radar, EW, SIGINT, and Communications, combined with a go-fast execution model leveraging Open Standards like SOSA, CMOSS, and MORA. With facilities across the country and a diverse team, we drive innovation in signal processing, algorithm development, cognitive systems, and systems integration. Join us to advance your career and tackle national defense challenges.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a motivated and experienced Engineering Manager to lead a talented team of application software engineers. This role combines technical expertise with leadership skills to drive the development of software solutions that meet business and customer needs.

As a leader, you will oversee the software development lifecycle, foster innovation, and ensure that the team operates effectively and efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in software development, including 2+ years in a leadership or management role.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Java, C, C++, Python, or similar.
• Solid understanding of application development and micro service architecture.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Kubernetes, Spring Boot, and RESTful web services
• Familiarity with Linux and GCC toolchains

Responsibilities

• Team Leadership:
• Hire, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, fostering professional growth and ensuring high morale.
• Build a culture of innovation, ownership, and accountability within the team.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and create tailored career development plans.
• Technical Management:
• Provide technical guidance on the design and development of embedded systems and application software.
• Ensure best practices in software development, including secure coding, testing, and documentation.
• Stay updated on the latest technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement.
• Project Execution:
• Oversee multiple projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and with high quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, QA, and hardware engineers, to align on objectives and deliverables.
• Implement agile methodologies to adapt to changing requirements and priorities.
• Stakeholder Communication:
• Provide clear and concise updates to stakeholders, including project status, risks, and milestones.
• Act as a liaison between the engineering team and other departments to ensure alignment and transparency.

Benefits

Pacific Defense provides competitive salaries and immediately vested 401K match. We provide 100% coverage options for the employee, and 75% coverage for dependents’ medical, dental, vision, and life insurance premiums, as well as a flexible spending account for incidental health care expenses. We offer paid time off and federal holidays to spend time with family, pursue outside interests, or just get some extra rest.

Pacific Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.