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At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible.

Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented **Senior Software Engineering Manager** to join our team! In this role you will get to **lead the develppment and delivery of next generation Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) and Command and Control (C2) solutions** .

What You'll Be Doing:

+ Provides functional leadership and regular direction to a team of skilled software engineers working to deliver next generation Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (CUAS) and Command and Control (C2) solutions.

+ Collaborates with the SW Chief Architect on the design, development, and delivery of software solutions, ensuring quality, scalability, and maintainability.

+ Develops and implements software engineering best practices, including modular architectures and interoperability standards.

+ Manages project timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure successful execution.

+ Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including technical leads, program managers, and customers, to define requirements and deliver solutions.

+ Mentors and provides technical guidance to junior engineers in completing their assigned tasks and assists in resolving complex technical issues that exceed their current skills.

+ Directly contributes to SW development efforts with a portion of their work week.

+ Drives innovation by leveraging advanced techniques such as machine learning and geospatial algorithms to enhance software capabilities.

+ Oversees quality assurance processes, including automated testing pipelines, to ensure robust software solutions.

+ Supports testing and deployment of software systems, including integration with external devices and sensors.

+ Directly interfaces with customer subject matter experts and leadership including presenting our current and planned capabilities and answering technical questions.

+ Directly interfaces with partners and equipment suppliers to support integration and troubleshooting efforts.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

+ Advanced proficiency in core programming languages, including Java, Python, and C++.

+ Strong knowledge of software engineering principles, including modular architectures and DevSecOps practices.

+ Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.

+ Strong time management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

+ Experience working in high visibility roles

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

+ Experience with geospatial tools, algorithms, and sensor integration (EO/IR, RF, Radar, Acoustic).

+ Expertise in developing interfaces using APIs, including Restful Services and WebSockets.

+ Proficiency in automated build/test pipelines and deployment scripts using tools such as Jenkins, Maven, and Ansible.

+ Familiarity with machine learning frameworks for image processing, classification models, and synthetic data generation.

+ Ability to work from or travel to the Northern Virginia area including our Integration and test Facility in Summit Point, WV (about 1 hour from DC)

Education and Typical Experience:

+ Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Master's Degree preferred.

+ 20+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership or management role.

Licenses and Certifications:

Relevant certifications in software engineering, DevSecOps, or related fields are preferred.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $155,600.00 - $280,100.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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About Us

Parsons is a digitally enabled solutions provider focused on the defense, security, and infrastructure markets. With nearly 75 years of experience, Parsons is uniquely qualified to deliver cyber/converged security, technology-based intellectual property, and other innovative services to federal, regional, and local government agencies, as well as to private industrial customers worldwide.

Parsons is an equal opportunity, drug-free employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran/LGBTQ+.

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