Senior Software Engineering Manager

Company: CACI
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Senior Software Engineering Manager Job Category: Engineering Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: Top Secret Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of Travel: Continental US * * * CACI is currently looking for a Software Engineering Manager to join our team developing next generation signals intelligence (SIGINT) and electronic warfare systems for the Department of Defense. Join this passionate team of industry-leading individuals on a program that leverages the best practices in Model-Based Systems Engineering and Agile software development to deliver state of the art capability in support of our nation’s war?ghters. As a member of the team, you will support the men and women charged with safeguarding the American people and enhancing the Nation’s safety, security, and prosperity. Our war?ghters are on the front lines, every day, protecting our national security from the increasingly sophisticated and complex threats of our adversaries. Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team software/integration/and test engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Collaborate with other Product Teams, the Customer and their representatives to take requirements and translate them into end-to-end solutions. Collaborate with DevSecOps team in implementing CI/CD processes to facilitate efficient and effective development cycles Collaborate with external teams to integrate our software products onto different environments Collaborate with Scrum Masters to plan, task, and execute sprint iterations and be able to get hands-on with the software team during development and testing cycles Conduct performance reviews, set professional development goals, and ensure team members have the resources they need to succeed. Work closely with upper management and the program office to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance product capabilities and drive business growth. Identify opportunities for maximizing software reuse and improving profitability across various programs. Plan and execute development and delivery efforts. Overall software focal for the Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment (SSEE) baseline – leads the direction and maturation of the SSEE software baseline Manages and supports Software Development and Software I&T Authority to execute formal build and release of the software baseline Generate, review, and approve software CDRLs (SVD, SSDD, etc) Primary software focal for customer-run SSEE Software TRB Manage SSEE Software Problem Reports (SPRs) Drive technical discussion on priority and criticality Schedule and execute SPR resolution Act as a liaison between the engineering team and other stakeholders, including product management, sales, and customer support. Communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences and vice versa. Interact on a bi-weekly basis with customer software lead to ensure customer needs are being met Quali?cations: Required: Active Top Security clearance Ability to obtain SCI security clearance Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Math, or equivalent experience 5 years in a leadership role Proven experience in designing and implementing microservices architectures. Strong knowledge of software architecture principles and practices. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to collaborate effectively with upper management and cross-functional teams. Demonstrated success in maximizing software reuse and driving profitability. Virtualization Stack, VM, Redhat RF knowledge Strong communication skills, ability to work independently and within agile team constructs to lead developers in fast paced, collaborative environments Knowledge of modern software engineering, to include DevSecOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, version control, automated testing, and Agile software development best practices Preferred: Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, C++, Python) Proficiency in front-end and back-end technologies (React, Node.js, Django) and frameworks Proficiency in container automation and orchestration tooling employment (Kubernetes, Podman/Docker) RF experience DSP experience Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). Active TS/SCI Clearance - What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity. At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. The proposed salary range for this position is: $131,800 - $290,000 CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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