Software Development Team Lead

Description

SAIC is seeking a senior Software Development Team Lead to support the USAF Agency for Modeling and Simulation (AFMS). This is a fully remote, mission-critical role focused on delivering scalable web-based Modeling & Simulation (M&S) training and analysis solutions for the USAF and DoD. The role blends hands-on technical leadership with Agile delivery, team mentorship, and client engagement.

Target salary is $150-155k. (Please note this position is funded through March 2026 and most likely will push through June 2026).

Primary Focus Areas

• Lead and mentor a cross-functional software development team
• Architect, build, and maintain complex web applications
• Drive Agile/Scrum execution and delivery
• Serve as technical interface between development teams and government stakeholders
• Ensure software quality, scalability, and security through modern DevSecOps practices

Key Responsibilities

• Technical leadership across full-stack web applications
• Hands-on development, debugging, and optimization (Node.js, REST APIs, Docker)
• Agile sprint planning, backlog grooming, and delivery management
• CI/CD pipeline design and maintenance
• Team mentoring, delegation, and conflict resolution
• Translate USAF/DoD requirements into technical deliverables
• Implement best practices for testing, performance, and security

Core Technical Stack

• Backend: Node.js, REST APIs, PHP
• Frontend: Angular, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
• Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB
• Infrastructure: Docker, CI/CD pipelines
• Web: Apache HTTP Server
• Optional/Value-Add: LMS/LRS systems (SCORM, xAPI, cmi5; Moodle, Rustici)

Leadership Profile

• Proven people leader with mentoring experience
• Strong delegation, feedback, and team-building skills
• Comfortable resolving team and technical conflicts
• Leads by example with hands-on technical involvement

Qualifications

Requirements

• US Citizen with active Secret Clearance
• Bachelor's and nine (9) or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree
• Experience supporting DoD or mission-focused programs preferred

Agile & Delivery

• Strong experience leading Agile teams
• Sprint planning, execution, reviews, and continuous improvement
• Emphasis on predictable delivery and quality outcomes

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.