Software IPT Lead - Remote

Discover an exciting opportunity supporting the Air Force Modeling and Simulation Support Services (AFMS3) program. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on military defense and the safety of service members by contributing to this critical mission. Must have an active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance.

About the role

Serco supports the Air Force Modeling and Simulation Support Services (AFMS3) contract, ensuring the Department of the Air Force (DAF), Department of War (DoW), and External Partner Agencies maintain cutting-edge Modeling and Simulation (M&S) capabilities that are secure, interoperable, and efficient. As the Software Integrated Product Team (IPT) Lead on an Agile Scrum team, you will:

• Provide technical leadership, mentor developers, and collaborate with product owners and stakeholders.
• Guide architectural and implementation decisions to deliver high-quality software capabilities.
• Support Agile best practices, continuous improvement, and program objectives.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and maintenance of legacy software solutions and frameworks.
• Modernize existing software architectures to improve scalability, performance, and maintainability.
• Design and implement web-based applications that support mission-critical training and learning capabilities.
• Provide technical expertise in the development, integration, and sustainment of Learning Management System (LMS) solutions.
• Collaborate with system architects and engineers to gather requirements and guide system design decisions.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship.
• Active U.S. Department of War (DoW) Secret security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related engineering discipline.
• 10 years of relevant experience.
• Experience developing and supporting Learning Management Systems.
• Experience with web development and modern application architecture.
• Proficiency in PHP and Python development.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an Agile team environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Prior experience supporting AFMS or other DoW M&S programs is strongly desired.
• Ability to telecommute full-time.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Skills

• Expertise in administering, customizing, and supporting enterprise Learning Management Systems, including Moodle.
• Working knowledge of eLearning content integration and tracking using Rustici Engine.
• Ability to create and maintain learning analytics, dashboards, and reporting solutions with IntelliBoard.
• Familiarity with deploying and operating applications in Cloud One environments.
• Strong understanding of MongoDB database design, development, and administration.
• Proficiency using version control tools such as Git or Bitbucket.
• Exposure to Agile methodologies and the software development lifecycle.

About the company

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing satisfaction for end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients.

Pay

Salary range for this position is provided as a general guideline and represents a good faith estimate across all experience levels. Actual base salary will be determined by factors including scope of the role, relevant experience, job-related knowledge, education and training, key skills, and geographic market considerations. For roles available in multiple states, the range may vary to reflect differences in local labor markets. In addition to base salary, eligible positions may include other forms of compensation such as annual bonuses or long-term incentive opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits for full-time employees (part-time employees receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract.
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection.
• Birth, adoption, and parental leave benefits.
• Employee Assistance Plan.