Software Engineering Manager

Software Engineering ManagerA confidential employer in Binghamton, New York is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead technical development for critical defense applications. This role offers an 80% hands-on technical focus with 20% people management, ideal for an engineer who wants to stay hands-on while mentoring a team. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.Company Confidential Employer Location Binghamton, New York, USA Industry Aerospace / Defense Compensation $140,000 - $180,000 per year Employment Type Full Time/Direct Hire Remote Status No Remote Total Openings 1 Work Experience 8 - 25 yearsAre you a software engineering leader who still loves writing code? This opportunity lets you spend 80% of your time on hands-on technical work while guiding a small, high-performing team. You will design and build advanced real-time software for critical defense systems, directly impacting national security. The role is based on-site in Binghamton, New York, with relocation assistance available.You will lead the entire software development lifecycle, from architecture to system integration. Your days will involve coding in C, C++, Python, or C#, modernizing legacy software, and solving tough engineering problems. You will work closely with hardware and systems teams to deliver mission-critical solutions that keep our country safe.We are looking for an engineer who has an active Secret clearance and at least eight years of experience building defense or aerospace software. You must enjoy mentoring others while remaining an active technical contributor. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and values quality and reliability in every line of code.If you want a leadership role that lets you stay close to the technology, this is it. Enjoy a competitive salary, full benefits, and the chance to grow your career while doing work that matters. Apply today to join a team dedicated to protecting our nation's future.Non-NegotiablesYou must possess an active U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance with a background investigation completed in the last five yearsA Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical discipline is requiredAt least eight years of professional software development experience is necessaryYou need a minimum of two years in a technical leadership or engineering supervision roleStrong hands-on programming skills in C, C++, Python, or C# are essentialExperience developing software for defense, aerospace, or other real-time applications is requiredYou must be a U.S. Citizen due to government contract requirementsWhat's In It For YouThe compensation package includes a salary range of $140,000 to $180,000 per year based on experienceComprehensive health, dental, and retirement benefits are providedRelocation assistance is available for qualified candidates moving to the Binghamton areaYou will spend most of your time on meaningful engineering work rather than administrative tasksThis role offers excellent long-term technical and leadership career growth opportunitiesYou will work on advanced technologies supporting critical national defense programsThe position provides the chance to remain deeply involved in hands-on software development while mentoring othersResponsibilitiesYou will provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle for complex defense applicationsYou will design, develop, and enhance software using C, C++, Python, or C#You will guide modernization efforts involving legacy software to improve performance and reliabilityYou will lead technical reviews, architecture discussions, and engineering decision-makingYou will coach and mentor software engineers, supporting their career growth and technical excellenceYou will collaborate with systems, hardware, and program teams to deliver integrated solutionsYou will conduct performance reviews, establish development goals, and provide ongoing feedbackPreferred QualificationsExperience with real-time software development is highly desirableFamiliarity with embedded systems is a plusBackground in defense or aerospace software is advantageousExpertise in legacy software modernization is valuedExperience with multi-threaded applications is preferredKnowledge of software architecture and system integration is beneficialTechnical proposal development experience is a strong differentiator