Software Engineering Manager

Vardaspace

El Segundo, United States
Base: $170,000 - $250,000; bonus/equity: stock opt...
On-site
Software development lifecycle ownership
Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
Mentoring software engineers
Varda Space is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead its Flight Software team, responsible for developing mission-critical software for spacecraft operations. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software development, particularly in aerospace applications, and possess leadership experience to mentor a team of engineers

Job Summary

  • Lead a focused team of software engineers to architect and develop mission-critical software for Varda's spacecraft and ground systems.
  • Take ownership of the software delivery lifecycle, including design, testing, and integration, while collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Manage and mentor talented software engineers, aid in defining Varda's software development approach, and contribute to team growth.

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Varda Space is seeking a Software Engineering Manager to lead its Flight Software team, responsible for developing mission-critical software for spacecraft operations. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in software development, particularly in aerospace applications, and possess leadership experience to mentor a team of engineers.

Salary

Base: $170,000 - $250,000; Bonus/Equity: Stock options and/or long-term cash awards; Benefits: Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Unlimited PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Software development lifecycle ownership
  • Cross-functional stakeholder collaboration
  • Mentoring software engineers
  • C++ and Python proficiency
  • Aerospace or safety-critical applications experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience managing engineering teams
  • Developing technical roadmaps
  • Computer architecture understanding
  • Operating systems knowledge
  • Data structures expertise
  • Computer networking concepts

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years professional software development
  • 2+ years aerospace/safety-critical
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Experience mentoring team members
  • Experience building solutions to open-ended challenges

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. person

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