Software Development Manager

Software Development Manager

Job Locations

US-VA-Herndon

Requisition ID

2026-164843

Position Category

Information Technology

Clearance

Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead and grow high-performing engineering teams delivering mission-critical software solutions. In this role, you will guide technical strategy, manage multiple development efforts, and partner closely with architects, stakeholders, and leadership to ensure high-quality, on-time delivery across complex products. This position is ideal for a hands-on technical leader who thrives at the intersection of people leadership, software architecture, and program execution.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, direct, and coordinate all activities related to software development across multiple functional teams and product lines.

• Lead and manage multi-team and cross-functional engineering organizations in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.

• Prioritize and allocate projects, products, and resources in collaboration with architects and engineering managers.

• Drive strategic decisions related to technology selection, system design, and software implementation.

• Direct end-to-end software development projects, ensuring delivery on schedule and in compliance with quality and performance standards.

• Establish clear project plans that include product goals, development strategies, roles and responsibilities, schedules, milestones, risk identification, and contingency planning.

• Communicate effectively with executive leadership and stakeholders by providing project status updates, variance justifications, and technical insights.

• Monitor and evaluate emerging technologies and industry standards to identify opportunities for innovation and improvement.

• Manage people-related responsibilities including hiring, performance evaluations, compensation reviews, recognition, and adherence to company policies.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across engineering teams

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active (currently in use) TS/SCI clearance with polygraph, or active TS/SCI with the ability to successfully pass a polygraph.

• Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to the position; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• 12+ years of relevant professional experience, including at least 4 years in a supervisory or management role.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proven full-stack software development experience.

• Programming experience including, but not limited to: Java, Python (Poetry, Flask, etc.), and JavaScript.

• Hands-on experience with AWS technologies, including Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, EC2, S3, and DynamoDB.

• Experience using modern development techniques and frameworks such as REST, JSON, Spring, Spring Boot, JavaScript frameworks (e.g., jQuery, Angular, React), and Docker.

• Proficiency with Git, Jenkins, Jira, and Confluence.

• Experience using Microsoft Project.

• Experience with Agile development, including project planning, project schedules, weekly status reporting, and monthly PMR briefings.

• Understanding of CIO processes and EMO functional requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• HUMINT functional domain knowledge and application experience.

• Prior experience working within the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA).

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.