Manager of Software Development

Recruiting Manager | Talent Acquisition Leader | Connecting Cleared Talent to Mission-Critical Roles

Overview FTI is looking for an experienced Manager of Software Engineering with expertise and proficiency in software development to join our growing team. This is a hands‑on technical leadership role that will be filled near one of our offices in Dayton, OH;
Huntsville, AL;
Colorado Springs, CO;
Chesapeake, VA; or Beverly, MA. FTI provides mission‑tailored, technology‑enabled services and solutions that enhance the ability of the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, and the Federal Government to make the best decisions possible in support of national interests. FTI also supports those who safeguard our nation with advanced technology, services and expertise while building upon our values to make a positive impact on our customers, each other, and our communities.

Our culture is built around our 4

Cs:
Core Values (Ethics, Morals, Integrity, Honesty, Sincerity), Commitment, Compassion, and Charity.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of software engineers across the full lifecycle of software development, from planning through deployment.
• Contribute directly to software design, development, testing, and implementation activities.
• Ensure adherence to engineering best practices including coding standards, version control, code reviews, and documentation.
• Support the adoption of modern tools, frameworks, and development methodologies that strengthen the team’s technical capabilities.
• Work closely with product management, design, operations, and other internal teams to identify and prioritize features and enhancements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues to maintain stability, performance, and reliability across applications.
• Present project progress, roadblocks, and solutions to senior leadership and key stakeholders. Identify and integrate tools and technologies that improve team efficiency and customer delivery.
• Partner with internal customers and operations to strengthen transparency, collaboration, and customer intimacy.
• Maintain a working understanding of FTI’s technology offerings and identify opportunities to support current and emerging customer needs.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Effectively articulate the team’s vision and strategy, make informed and timely decisions, address and resolve conflicts within the team promptly and fairly, and empower team members by delegating responsibilities and encouraging autonomy.
• Develop and maintain strong, trusting relationships with team members by taking the time to understand each team member’s interests, motivations, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• Demonstrate adaptability and a positive attitude toward change, clearly communicating and setting a tone for the team. Recognize and address the emotional impact of change on team members through resources and training that help team members adapt to new processes, technologies, or organizational changes.
• Proactively identify and provide opportunities for team members’ professional and personal growth by establishing specific mentoring goals and creating a plan to achieve them.
• Establish SMART goals to ensure each member understands their individual responsibilities and how these goals align with and impact company objectives. Conduct regular one‑on‑one meetings to maintain open lines of communication and to assess progress, provide feedback, coaching and address any issues.
• Ensure timely and accurate approval of time sheets to comply with company policies and payroll deadlines by verifying the accuracy of reported hours and addressing discrepancies promptly.

Education/Qualifications

• Required:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
  • Five-plus years of hands‑on software engineering experience.
  • Two-plus years in a leadership or managerial role.
  • Proficiency in modern programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or Type Script/Angular.
  • Experience building containerized, cloud‑native services using tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines (Git Lab, Jenkins, or similar).
  • Strong knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Dev Ops practices.
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