Software Development Manager (Aerospace & Defense) - Remote

Descriptions & Requirements

Job Description and Requirements

This position is open to being a remote role in the United States.

We Are:

At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to learning machines. We lead in chip design, verification, and IP integration, empowering the creation of high-performance silicon chips and software content. Join us to transform the future through continuous technological innovation.

You Are:

You are an inspiring and strategic leader, passionate about building and nurturing high-performing software development teams. With a robust background in engineering or science, you embrace both the technical and human facets of software innovation. You thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments-especially those where simulation and modeling technologies shape the future of aerospace and defense. Your leadership style is inclusive, empathetic, and empowering; you believe in creating a culture where diverse perspectives drive better solutions. You've mentored and coached teams through complex challenges, guiding them toward both technical excellence and professional growth. You are adept at translating business objectives into actionable development plans, and you proactively identify and remove roadblocks to ensure project success. Your experience encompasses the full software development lifecycle-from architecture and design to deployment and continuous improvement. You value transparency, open communication, and collaborative problem-solving, always striving to elevate the standards of quality and reliability. Your expertise spans both back-end and front?end technologies, and you are comfortable working across cross-functional teams, including product management, QA, and documentation. Above all, you are driven by a desire to make a tangible impact- on your team, your product, and the broader industry.

What You'll Be Doing:

Leading a dynamic software development team focused on our Swarm solution for space operations and training.

Mentoring, coaching, and providing career guidance to developers through regular 1:1s and team meetings.

Managing hiring, performance appraisals, and supporting the professional growth of your team members.

Collaborating with project management and technical leads to define and execute project roadmaps and deliverables.

Ensuring timely releases with robust feature sets, proactively preventing schedule slippages and quality issues.

Coordinating with Quality Assurance and Documentation teams to uphold high standards for software releases and documentation.

Enforcing best practices in coding standards, code reviews, configuration management, and test coverage.

Leading planning, architecture, and sprint development at the project level, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Coordinating complex project design and development activities, including user experience and solution deployment.

Engaging directly with strategic customers or partners to assess needs and develop tailored solutions.

The Impact You Will Have:

Shape the future of simulation software for the aerospace and defense industry, enabling mission-critical operations.

Drive the delivery of cutting-edge solutions that advance space operations and training capabilities.

Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within your team and across the organization.

Mentor and develop the next generation of software engineering talent, contributing to their growth and success.

Ensure high-quality, reliable, and secure software releases that exceed customer and industry standards.

Strengthen cross-functional collaboration, accelerating the development and deployment of transformative products.

Support the integration of Ansys commercial simulation software into customer engineering workflows, enhancing value and impact.

Track and document positive business outcomes, directly contributing to organizational goals and customer satisfaction.

What You'll Need:

Bachelor's in Engineering or Science (Computer Science, Aerospace, or Mathematics preferred) with 8+ years' experience, MS with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years.

Proven leadership experience managing software development teams, preferably in commercial or government environments.

Deep knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, version control systems, best practices).

Experience with simulation technology and deploying solutions within engineering workflows.

Technical expertise in back-end (Java, C#, Python) and front-end technologies (HTML5, CSS3, TypeScript, React/Angular).

Familiarity with containerization/orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure).

Experience with web 3D technologies (WebGL, Three.js, Cesium JS) and/or Systems Tool Kit (STK) is a plus.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a track record of cross-functional collaboration.

Who You Are:

Empathetic and inclusive leader who values diversity and team growth.

Strong communicator, able to translate complex technical concepts for varied audiences.

Proactive, autonomous, and solutions-oriented, thriving in dynamic environments.

Collaborative and transparent, with a passion for mentorship and knowledge sharing.

Detail-oriented and quality-focused, committed to delivering reliable solutions.

Adaptable, innovative, and excited by the challenge of shaping industry-leading products.

The Team You'll Be A Part Of:

You'll join the Programs and Solutions team within Ansys Government Initiatives Inc., a part of Synopsys. This group is dedicated to developing, integrating, and automating simulation software solutions for the aerospace and defense sector. The team is highly collaborative, cross-functional, and passionate about delivering mission-critical technologies that empower customers to solve complex challenges. You'll work alongside engineers, product managers, QA specialists, and technical leads, all committed to innovation, quality, and customer success.

Rewards and Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of health, wellness, and financial benefits to cater to your needs. Our total rewards include both monetary and non-monetary offerings. Your recruiter will provide more details about the salary range and benefits during the hiring process.

At Synopsys, we want talented people of every background to feel valued and supported to do their best work. Synopsys considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, military veteran status, or disability.

In addition to the base salary, this role may be eligible for an annual bonus, equity, and other discretionary bonuses. Synopsys offers comprehensive health, wellness, and financial benefits as part of a competitive total rewards package. The actual compensation offered will be based on a number of job-related factors, including location, skills, experience, and education. Your recruiter can share more specific details on the total rewards package upon request. The base salary range for this role is across the U.S.