Software Development Team Lead at SAIC

, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

155000.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Leadership, Mentoring, Agile, Scrum, Node.js, REST APIs, Docker, CI/CD, Angular, PHP, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, DevSecOps, Conflict Resolution, Requirement Translation

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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 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

Responsibilities

The primary focus areas involve leading and mentoring a cross-functional software development team while architecting, building, and maintaining complex web applications for Modeling & Simulation solutions. This includes driving Agile/Scrum execution, serving as the technical interface to government stakeholders, and ensuring software quality through modern DevSecOps practices.