Software Engineer ManagerMount Indie • San Diego, CA, US

Software Engineer Manager

Mount Indie • San Diego, CA, US

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Job Description

As the Software Engineering Manager, you’ll lead from the front—guiding software teams through the complexity of mission-focused engineering. You’ll own the technical and professional development of a diverse team of engineers, shape our software development lifecycle, and ensure delivery of intuitive, resilient systems that serve the warfighter at the tactical edge. This role blends deep technical oversight with people-first leadership, aligning engineering rigor with the company's commitment to rapid, elegant solutions. You’ll collaborate with systems engineers, network architects, and program managers to translate real-world operator needs into rock-solid code and capability.

Duties and Responsibilities :

The Software Engineering Manager responsibilities include both technical and administrative leadership. The Software Engineering Manager is responsible for the professional and technical development of every member of the SW Engineering team through means of 1 : 1 mentorship, quarterly performance check-ins as well and impromptu meetings to make sure each team member is on the correct / desired professional path.

Lead and Grow the Team
Mentor and manage a team of software engineers, driving professional development through regular feedback, goal setting, and performance check-ins. Oversee hiring, staffing plans, and resource allocation to match project needs.
Own the Software Development Lifecycle
Design, mature, and maintain Fuse’s software development processes. Lead Agile ceremonies, ensure high-quality code through peer reviews and CI / CD practices, and align with DevSecOps and security requirements.
Drive Cross-Functional Execution
Collaborate with Systems and Network Engineering to deliver integrated solutions. Translate user needs and Warfighter Workshop outcomes into clear, actionable requirements and architectures.
Support Program Success
Contribute to proposals, estimates, and SOWs. Coordinate with program managers to keep development on schedule and aligned with scope and technical goals.
Engage with Stakeholders
Present technical concepts to customers and partners, participate in Technology Interchange Meetings, and ensure software delivers meaningful capability to the end user.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field; or equivalent practical experience demonstrating advanced technical expertise and proven leadership capabilities

Proven Technical Leadership – 5+ years of experience leading software teams in a product or systems engineering environment

Mission-Driven Mindset – Passion for supporting national security missions and advancing warfighter capabilities through user-focused software design.

Systems Thinking – Ability to translate complex operational requirements into scalable, maintainable software architectures.

Agile Execution – Strong experience managing Agile development cycles, backlogs, and sprint planning within multi-disciplinary teams.

People Development – Demonstrated success managing engineers and fostering career growth while driving accountability and performance.

Cross-Functional Communication – Comfortable collaborating across engineering, product, and customer-facing teams to align vision and execution.

Security Conscious – Familiarity with secure software development practices and integration with system accreditation workflows (e.g., RMF, STIGs).

US Citizenship

Willing to obtain / maintain a Secret Clearance

Nice to Have :

Experience with DevSecOps pipelines and modern CI / CD tools

Exposure to tactical networking, distributed systems, or defense-related communications systems

Previous involvement in proposal writing or government contracting environments

Active or prior security clearance (Secret or above)

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