Director, Software Development

Manage a team of 2 technical resources Monitor development progress, review work products, and implement course corrections as needed. Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent (Advanced degree preferred). Experience: Minimum 10 years professional software development for defense-related solutions or tools. Strong background in software development, product/project management, and quality assurance. Experience with development tools for military defense applications. Programming: Java (required), C (required), C++ Linux programming and system administration (RedHat/Rocky Linux, Ubuntu) Familiarity with gcc compiler, linker, glibc/libstdc++ libraries Knowledge of LLVM compiler project Understanding of Java Language and JVM specifications Lock-free concurrency algorithms using compare-and-set instructions Familiarity with x86 and ARM architectures Experience with Bash, Perl, GNU Make, Apache Ant, Subversion, Docker, Httpd Embedded systems programming with real-time scheduling policies Documentation using Adobe FrameMaker Experience using popular open-source Java libraries Embedded system multi-threaded programming experience in Linux using Real-Time scheduling policies. Develop and maintain regression tests for bug fixes and new features. Work with CPG DevTools Manager to modify License Manager for licensing changes (e.g., adding PVM Protect license). Manage and maintain internal Perc R&D infrastructure: Ensure proper operation of custom Docker containers in the San Diego Data Center. Collaborate with marketing to create product positioning, competitive analysis, value propositions, feature benefits, demos, release announcements, videos, promotional content, webinars, or tradeshow events. Assist with staffing marketing events for CPG Developer Tools products. Build long-term trust with Perc customers' technical teams. Ensure timely resolution of customer issues to maximize satisfaction and ARR retention growth. Support sales teams with demos, technical questions, and RFP responses. Work with sales to recommend upgrades and support transitions to new releases.