Manager, Software Engineering - Defence Industry
Software Engineering · Full-time
Remote
CAD 125k-150k / year
About Calian
At Calian, we help organizations overcome obstacles, manage risks, and drive progress. Since 1982, we’ve grown from a small consulting firm into a trusted global company across defence, space, health, nuclear energy, public safety, and government.
We create innovative solutions that tackle complex challenges and help organizations and communities stay resilient, informed, and connected. If you’re driven by purpose and energized by solving real-world challenges, we want you on our team.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Software Engineering Manager to support the delivery of defence-focused software programs and lead engineering teams working on capabilities that support military customers and operational environments.
This role combines software engineering leadership with military domain expertise. The successful candidate will bring a strong technical background, proven leadership experience, and an understanding of military operations, training, command structures, or defence capability development. Working closely with engineering teams, customers, and stakeholders, this individual will help ensure software solutions align with operational needs and future defence objectives.
Responsibilities
- Lead software engineering teams responsible for the delivery of defense-related capabilities and programs.
- Provide coaching, mentorship, performance management, and career development for engineering staff.
- Support hiring, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development initiatives.
- Manage project delivery, schedules, priorities, risks, and resource allocation.
- Collaborate with military stakeholders, customers, and engineering teams to ensure successful program execution.
- Translate operational requirements into technical priorities and engineering activities.
- Support long-term planning, capability development, and technical decision-making.
- Help establish and improve engineering processes, team effectiveness, and delivery performance.
- Partner with leadership, program teams, and customers to ensure alignment between technical execution and operational needs.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in software, engineering, systems engineering, or technical environments.
- Demonstrated leadership experience through military service, engineering leadership, or people-management roles.
- Strong technical understanding of software development, systems integration, or engineering delivery.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain Government of Canada Secret Security Clearance.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Military Experience Requirements
- Direct military experience, preferably within the Canadian Armed Forces.
- Experience operating within Army-related environments, military operations, training, communications, intelligence, command and control, or defence capability development.
- Understanding of military command structures, operational planning, training, readiness, or defence acquisition processes.
- Experience leading personnel teams, training programs, or organizational initiatives within a military environment.
Additional Requirements
- Experience supporting DND or CAF programs.
- Experience with Military Modelling & Simulation.
- Experience with C4ISR, C5ISR, or C5ISRT environments.
- Experience with Land Systems, Mission Systems, Command & Control, or Army modernization programs.
- Experience working with defence-industry organizations supporting military customers.
- Experience collaborating with military stakeholders, operators, or end users.
Compensation
$125,000 – $150,000 + 5% STI
Position Type
We have 1 available position.
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How we hire
- Our hiring process is designed to help us get to know you and discover if you are the best fit for our team. It's also an opportunity for you to gauge if a role at Calian is the right fit for you.
Throughout the process, we’ll share details of the kind of work you’ll be doing, the projects you’ll be working on, the team you’ll be joining, and what it’s like working at Calian. Our biggest tip throughout the process is to just be your authentic self! - Our commitment to diverse, yet highly specialized solutions require many different skills and abilities. We look for the best talent that can contribute to Calian’s success as well as enhance our culture. We encourage you to apply to a role or join our talent community and sign up for job alerts that match your area of expertise and what you are looking for in your next opportunity.
During the recruiting process, you’re encouraged to notify us of any accommodations you may require. We’ll be happy to help.
- We give the same time and consideration to everyone who applies. Here are a few things you can do to ensure your application shines:
- Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- Add a cover letter that explains why you are a good fit for this position
- Share a portfolio, personal websites, or links to your professional social media
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- Stand out by tailoring your resume to each position you apply to
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- Be prepared! Do your research on Calian, the department, and team you are looking to join
- View the responsibilities for the role and find examples that demonstrate how you’ve completed these in your previous work experience
- Prepare a list of questions to ask us
- Dress business casual for your interview (virtual and in person)
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- We assess your skills and fit, you assess our fit for you
- We keep you updated and share expectations as we make progress in the recruiting cycle
- Feel free to reach out to your Talent Acquisition Specialist at any time during the hiring process