Software Delivery Lead

Guidehouse

. Provide technical and project leadership to software development and Government customer teams, including multiple scrum teams and subcontractors .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $155,000 - $259,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading large-scale software development projects within the Federal contracting space, utilizing Agile methodologies and CMMI frameworks to drive process improvements and ensure successful software launches. Strong capabilities in people management, including coaching, mentoring, and performance management, while fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.

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Agile Software DevelopmentCMMI Process ImprovementFederal Contract ManagementEarned Value ManagementPMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Software Development LeadershipProject ManagementRequirements GatheringPerformance ReportingBudget ManagementQuality Management FrameworksInformation Security PoliciesFull Life Cycle Project ManagementDefect Rate AnalysisSustainment of Software Products

Soft Skills

Collaborative LeadershipCoaching and MentoringCommunication SkillsEmployee EngagementTeam Building

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Federal ContractingGovernment ContractsMission-Critical SystemsTransactional Government PlatformsMatrixed Organizations

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide technical and project leadership to software development and Government customer teams, including multiple scrum teams and subcontractors
Plan and oversee multiple simultaneous software development projects from requirements gathering through production release
Collaborate across operations and customer care to ensure successful software launches and user adoption
Collaborate with customer and user community representatives, including Government teams, to prioritize work and establish release plans
Oversee sustainment of software products in production
Report software development status to executive management and Government customers
Use metrics such as defect rate and cost/schedule versus plan (EVM) to report performance and drive process improvements in a CMMI Level 3 assessed organization
Lead employee development and performance management through subordinate managers and direct reports
Partner with program and functional leaders on workforce planning, staffing, succession planning, retention, and skills development
Develop subordinate managers and team leads by delegating decision-making authority and strengthening leadership capabilities
Assess business requirements in support of future technology needs and requirements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Delivered and supported large-scale Enterprise-wide software-based systems including a full range of support services (account management, consulting, help desk, analysis)
Understanding and applied knowledge of Agile software development on large scale project deliveries
Experience leading and applying process improvement and change through quality management frameworks such as CMMI
At least 12 years of experience in the Federal contracting space, including 5 years of progressively responsible management positions
Strong understanding of Government contracts and business operations, including budget management with profit/loss responsibility
Managed integrated teams of employees and subcontractors involving more than 50+ individuals in multiple geographic locations, including multiple simultaneous scrum teams
Collaborative leadership style while directing multiple team leaders/managers on a complex and dynamic program
Strong people management skills, including coaching and mentoring, career development, performance management, succession planning, employee engagement, and building an inclusive, accountable, and high-performing culture
Mastery of full life cycle project management from developing plans through successful execution to closeout
Experience working effectively with customer leadership in an embedded setting
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Experience executing programs with mission-critical information security policies and regulations
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD public trust; approved adjudication required prior to onboarding
Prior experience serving as a senior technical leader on a large Federal IT contract ($100M+) preferred
Experience supporting Federal grants systems or large transactional government platforms preferred
Experience with Earned Value Management preferred
PMP Certification preferred
Local to Washington DC metro-area preferred
Experience supporting mission-critical systems in a highly regulated environment preferred
Experience operating in matrixed organizations and partnering across internal practices and corporate functions preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Flexible benefits package