Embedded Software Section Manager

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Description

Leidos Defense Systems is seeking a talented Embedded Software Section Manager to organize and lead software teams to create unique solutions for complex problems. We have offices across the United States engaging in the defense, space, cyber and commercial fields, we provide responsive, cost-effective engineering, scientific and IT solutions.

Primary Responsibilities

This role involves leading software development team through the software development process to support a variety of customers, often with competing requirements. The software development team specializes in embedded software and PC software that communicates with embedded devices.

Must be comfortable in a fast-paced working environment and be a motivated independent learner. The candidate must be highly organized and possess strong verbal and written communication skills.

Candidate must accept the additional responsibility and accountability that comes with a Section Manager position. As a manager, the candidate will be responsible for mentoring others, leading by example, coordinating personnel staffing commitments and needs, planning for professional growth for self and personnel, keeping management informed of critical issues, and playing a key role in proposal and business development opportunities, as required.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university.

Must have at least 5 years of professional software development experience.

Experienced in analyzing and developing requirements, designing, and maintaining software products, and implementing software designs. Candidate must be able to parse ambiguous requirements and translate into team direction and guidance.

Candidate must have familiarity with embedded software development activities and have experience in software development, data structures, object-oriented design, and effective unit test.

Experienced with C, C++, or C#

Candidate must have experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and task management.

Candidate must have experience mentoring teammates and providing guidance to accomplish tasks and projects.

Candidate must have experience with software best practices such as peer reviews, automated testing, and document generation.

Must be a resident of the North Alabama area or willing to relocate to the Huntsville - North Alabama, AL area.

Must be a US Citizen and possess and be able to maintain an Active SECRET security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent degree from an ABET-accredited university would be considered a plus.

Prior experience with microcontrollers and integrated peripherals would be considered a plus.

Prior experience interviewing or contributing to proposals is a plus.

Original Posting Date:

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

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