Software Development Manager

Job Title: Software Development Manager

Job Category: Engineering

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%

Type of Travel: Continental US

Anticipated Posting End: 6/1/2026

The Opportunity:
CACI is seeing a Technical Scrum Master who will be working in a fast-paced environment supporting and building new features for the CACI AI Research Team.


Responsibilities:
The Software Development Manager is a hybrid role responsible for leading the software development agile team by overseeing design, implementation, Quality Assurance, and validation of programming code, products, and deployments; creating project outlines and timelines; facilitating daily stand-ups, and meetings to monitor project progress and resolve technical and project issues the team may be experiencing; removing project obstacles; documenting progress and communicating to appropriate audience.
•    Lead Agile product teams in an Agile Framework (SAFe) organization
•    Provide strategic technical leadership ensuring alignment with client needs and program goals
•    Conduct Agile ceremonies and events
•    Track and collect Agile metrics for inclusion into program level metrics Facilitate team velocity and remove blockers
•    Supports Shared Services and technical program leadership in conducting release planning, system design and system implementation as needed
•    Responsible for team performance to include delivery of documented deliverables
•    Creates meeting agendas and tracks after action items to closure for meetings as required
•    Facilitates team communications and updates Program Management Office (PMO), product owner, product stakeholders, and staff as appropriate
•    Prepares briefings on product status for both CACI and Government leadership
•    Collaborates effectively with team members across multiple organizations
•    Effectively documents and manages customer expectations in a fast-paced and fluid environment
•    Assists Quality/Program Manager with the creation of contract deliverable documentation

•    Responsible for researching, designing, developing and/or modifying software systems (e.g., custom, COTS, GOTS).

•    Presents ideas for system improvements. Develops cost estimates for software developments or enhancements.

•    Conducts impact analysis for software changes. Produces detailed specifications and writes software code.

•    Works closely with business analysts, designers, and subject matter experts to understand functional requirements.

•    Conducts unit tests and documents findings. Supports formal testing in controlled environment before code is promoted to production.

•    Adheres to program configuration change control standards.

•    Provides input into training manuals for users.






Qualifications:

Required: 

•    Must have Scrum Master Certification
•    Must be a US Citizen with ability to get a TS/SCI and CBP BI
•    3 years’ experience managing IT projects using either Agile Scrum or Kanban methodologies
•    5 years’ experience in software development, software engineering and/or IT system and network architecture supporting enterprise-wide IT solutions
•    Adaptable and able to work constructively with a technically and geographically diverse team
•    Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•    Work collaboratively within a cross-functional team environment, working with others to meet aggressive time-based goals and high-quality standards
•    Typically has a Computer Science Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 5 years of related work experience.
•    Backend development experience with common languages like Python, Java, Node.JS, C++, GO, Rust, etc.
•    Experience with containerization tools like Docker and orchestration platforms like Kubernetes for deploying and managing AI applications
•    Experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, and NoSQL databases, and message passing middleware such as Redis and Kafka




Desired:
•  System Analysis experience
•    AWS Experience (CDK, SAM, EKS) 
•    Proficiency with JavaScript and common frontend frameworks such as Angular, React and Svelte
•    Demonstrated experience using rapid prototyping and Agile based software development methodologies 
•    Experience designing, developing, documenting, testing, and debugging software that contains logical and mathematical solutions to problems

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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:

$108,400 - 227,500 USD