{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"0aa23cb84ecf4b3397a62fe4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0aa23cb84ecf4b3397a62fe4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0aa23cb84ecf4b3397a62fe4","title":"Director, Software Engineering ","description":"Job Description:\nSaab, Inc.’s Surveillance Systems Division is seeking a Director, Software Engineering to lead their growing and evolving Software and Cybersecurity organization in our East Syracuse, NY location.\nReporting directly to the Senior Director, Engineering, this role will lead a team of engineers and software engineering managers to deliver high quality software products. They will collaborate closely with other members of the functional engineering, program management, and leadership teams to ensure the execution and delivery of quality end products within cost and schedule targets.\nResponsibilities will include:\nLead, develop, and scale the Software Engineering organization, focusing on meeting technical, program, and business objectives.\nPartner with senior leadership to translate business strategy into actionable software engineering plans and ensure consistent execution across the software engineering function.\nDrive software engineering organizational planning and execution including staffing, budgeting, and resource alignment, ensuring readiness to support multiple programs, customers, and development efforts.\nDirect solution cybersecurity posture, leading teams to balance cost, security, usability, and compliance.\nEnsure accountability for creation of accurate cost and schedule targets, and execution of technical effort in accordance with those targets.\nResponsible for cost estimating activities related to contract proposals, IR&D, Capital, and assigned overhead budgets.\nRecruit, retain, and assign engineering talent to meet evolving organizational and timeline needs, ensuring teams and programs are properly staffed with the right skills.\nManage the annual performance review process, compensation reviews, and career development process for the software engineering organization.\nBuild organizational capability by developing both management and technical talent through various training opportunities, job related work that promotes continuous growth, knowledge-sharing across teams, and development planning.\nProvide technical oversight, guidance, mentorship and coaching to assigned personnel in the performance of their assigned tasks.\nDevelop technical solutions, assess technical risk and identify risk mitigation strategies within assigned discipline.\nCollaborate with the Engineering Leadership Team to identify areas for opportunity and growth, drive continuous improvement, and implement best practices to enhance engineering performance.\nFoster a high-performing culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.\nCompensation Range: $189,000 - $255,100\nThe compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.\nSkills and Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline. Master’s degree preferred.\n18+ years of experience in a technical/engineering environment with at least 5+ years in a leadership role focused on engineering management and leading other people managers.\nProven success building, scaling, and leading a high-performing engineering function with preference for Aerospace and Defense experience.\nStrong understanding of the product development lifecycle, software engineering principles, anti-tamper cybersecurity and functional execution in regulated industries.\nDemonstrated experience contributing to and aligning engineering strategy and execution with broader business and programmatic goals.\nExperience shaping organizational direction through technical leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nAbility to lead through ambiguity, anticipating change, mitigating risk, and making sound high impact decisions.\nDemonstrated success in developing technical talent and managing team performance.\nDeep expertise in software development, especially object-oriented design, UML, and embedded systems.\nProficient in C/C++, Java, and tools like VS Code, DOORS, Git, SVN, and PTC Integrity Modeler.\nExperience with multiple development methodologies like Agile, Waterfall, and Spiral.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.\nWillingness to travel up to 10% in support of program and business efforts.\nAbility to obtain a Secret level clearance.\nCitizenship Requirements:\nMust be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.\nDrug-Free Workplaces:\nSaab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.\nBenefits:\nSaab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.\nHighlights include:\nMedical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents\nGenerous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays\n401(k) with employer contributions\nTuition assistance and student loan assistance\nWellness and employee assistance resources\nEmployee stock purchase opportunities\nShort-term and long-term disability coverage\nAbout Us:\nSaab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.\nSaab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.","company":"SAAB","rawCompany":"saab","city":"Syracuse","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-01T06:59:23.619Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-9041.00","title":"Architectural and Engineering Managers","slug":"architectural-and-engineering-managers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"}],"industries":[{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541330","title":"Engineering Services","slug":"engineering-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Director, Software Engineering ","description":"Job Description:\nSaab, Inc.’s Surveillance Systems Division is seeking a Director, Software Engineering to lead their growing and evolving Software and Cybersecurity organization in our East Syracuse, NY location.\nReporting directly to the Senior Director, Engineering, this role will lead a team of engineers and software engineering managers to deliver high quality software products. They will collaborate closely with other members of the functional engineering, program management, and leadership teams to ensure the execution and delivery of quality end products within cost and schedule targets.\nResponsibilities will include:\nLead, develop, and scale the Software Engineering organization, focusing on meeting technical, program, and business objectives.\nPartner with senior leadership to translate business strategy into actionable software engineering plans and ensure consistent execution across the software engineering function.\nDrive software engineering organizational planning and execution including staffing, budgeting, and resource alignment, ensuring readiness to support multiple programs, customers, and development efforts.\nDirect solution cybersecurity posture, leading teams to balance cost, security, usability, and compliance.\nEnsure accountability for creation of accurate cost and schedule targets, and execution of technical effort in accordance with those targets.\nResponsible for cost estimating activities related to contract proposals, IR&D, Capital, and assigned overhead budgets.\nRecruit, retain, and assign engineering talent to meet evolving organizational and timeline needs, ensuring teams and programs are properly staffed with the right skills.\nManage the annual performance review process, compensation reviews, and career development process for the software engineering organization.\nBuild organizational capability by developing both management and technical talent through various training opportunities, job related work that promotes continuous growth, knowledge-sharing across teams, and development planning.\nProvide technical oversight, guidance, mentorship and coaching to assigned personnel in the performance of their assigned tasks.\nDevelop technical solutions, assess technical risk and identify risk mitigation strategies within assigned discipline.\nCollaborate with the Engineering Leadership Team to identify areas for opportunity and growth, drive continuous improvement, and implement best practices to enhance engineering performance.\nFoster a high-performing culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration.\nCompensation Range: $189,000 - $255,100\nThe compensation range provided is a general guideline. When extending an offer, Saab, Inc. considers factors including (but not limited to) the role and associated responsibilities, location, and market and business considerations, as well as the candidate's work experience, key skills, and education/training.\nSkills and Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related discipline. Master’s degree preferred.\n18+ years of experience in a technical/engineering environment with at least 5+ years in a leadership role focused on engineering management and leading other people managers.\nProven success building, scaling, and leading a high-performing engineering function with preference for Aerospace and Defense experience.\nStrong understanding of the product development lifecycle, software engineering principles, anti-tamper cybersecurity and functional execution in regulated industries.\nDemonstrated experience contributing to and aligning engineering strategy and execution with broader business and programmatic goals.\nExperience shaping organizational direction through technical leadership, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.\nAbility to lead through ambiguity, anticipating change, mitigating risk, and making sound high impact decisions.\nDemonstrated success in developing technical talent and managing team performance.\nDeep expertise in software development, especially object-oriented design, UML, and embedded systems.\nProficient in C/C++, Java, and tools like VS Code, DOORS, Git, SVN, and PTC Integrity Modeler.\nExperience with multiple development methodologies like Agile, Waterfall, and Spiral.\nStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.\nWillingness to travel up to 10% in support of program and business efforts.\nAbility to obtain a Secret level clearance.\nCitizenship Requirements:\nMust be a U.S. citizen. Applicants selected may be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.\nDrug-Free Workplaces:\nSaab is a federal government contractor and adheres to policies and programs necessary for sustaining drug-free workplaces. As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen.\nBenefits:\nSaab provides an excellent working environment offering professional growth opportunities, competitive wages, work-life balance, a business casual atmosphere and comprehensive benefits.\nHighlights include:\nMedical, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents\nGenerous paid time off, including 8 designated holidays\n401(k) with employer contributions\nTuition assistance and student loan assistance\nWellness and employee assistance resources\nEmployee stock purchase opportunities\nShort-term and long-term disability coverage\nAbout Us:\nSaab is a leading defense and security company with an enduring purpose, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 28,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. In the U.S., Saab delivers advanced technology and systems, supporting the U.S. Armed Forces and the Federal Aviation Administration, as well as international and commercial partners. Headquartered in Syracuse, New York, the company has business units and local employees in ten U.S. locations.\nSaab is a company where we see diversity as an asset and offer unlimited opportunities for advancing in your career. We are also a company that respects each person’s needs and encourage employees to lead a balanced, rewarding life beyond work. Saab values diversity and is an Affirmative Action employer for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Saab is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran, disability status, or any other federal, state, or locally protected category.","datePosted":"2026-08-01T06:59:23.619Z","dateModified":"2026-08-01T06:59:23.619Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"SAAB","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Syracuse","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"0aa23cb84ecf4b3397a62fe4"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/0aa23cb84ecf4b3397a62fe4"}}