[Remote] Engineering Manager

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Defense Unicorns is a company focused on delivering mission value through streamlined software delivery, primarily serving defense and civil agencies across the U.S. government. They are seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a team in developing airgap-native software solutions that integrate seamlessly with UDS, ensuring high-quality and scalable products that meet customer needs.ResponsibilitiesLead, inspire, and manage a team of engineers dedicated to developing and maintaining UDS-compatible applicationsOwn the team's deliverables, ensuring the timely delivery of scalable, highly-available products that exceed customer expectationsCollaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and manage engineering roadmaps in alignment with Product objectivesInstill a spirit of continuous improvement in code quality, architecture, and processes, driving innovation and efficiencyMentor and guide the professional and technical development of team members, helping them advance their careers and achieve their goalsFacilitate communication among clients/customers and engineers, ensuring clear understanding of specifications, budgets, and deadlinesStay abreast of new trends, developments, and technologies to continually improve product lines and production efficiencySkills6+ years of industry experience, preferably in building, maintaining, and managing platforms and infrastructure2+ years of experience managing engineering teams, with experience in a remote, distributed environmentStrong technical background in software engineering, with deep experience in architecting and delivering scalable solutions using cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, or Azure, while deploying cloud-native software to KubernetesProficiency in DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure automationExcellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with a track record of inspiring and empowering teamsHigh level of technical proficiency, with the ability to work within the team to solve complex problemsDetail-oriented, highly organized, and able to prioritize tasks effectivelyContributions to open-source projects or published projectsFamiliarity with Cloud-Native technologies including Kubernetes. Experience with Zarf, and the UDS ecosystem is highly desirableUnderstanding of the needs of airgapped systems, edge devices, and the implications of semi-disconnected software delivery is a differentiatorExperience in mobile development, particularly Android software development, is a huge plusBenefitsMedical/Dental/VisionPremiums are 100% Company PaidHealth Savings AccountLife InsuranceDisability Insurance401k Retirement PlanCompany Stock OptionsHome Office BudgetWe offer all full-time Unicorns Flexible Time Off (FTO) plus all Federal Holidays, one week for Thanksgiving, and two weeks for Christmas and New Year’sPaid Parental LeaveReimbursement for approved trainings/subscriptionsConferences (travel, lodging, and fees)Company OverviewDefense Unicorns is a software startup that provides open-source software and AI capabilities for national security systems. It was founded in 2021, and is headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 51-200 employees. Its website is https://www.defenseunicorns.com.