Intelsat
Transforming Inflight Connectivity Through the Power of the Award-Winning Intelsat Global Network
Chicago, IL
Hybrid

Manager, Software Development

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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Vets and Disabled
Your role in helping us shape the future:
The Intelsat Commercial Aviation user experience engineering team builds exciting applications including our in-flight Video Application, our commercial and consumer applications, and our in-flight portals for our airline partners. We're looking for passionate developers who thrive on continuous innovation.
This is a hands-on role and you will be involved in architecture design development testing and team management. You will apply sound judgment in planning and executing work in sprints, meeting deadlines, and communicating with professionalism. You will partner with teams to increase speed of deployment reliability and availability of applications consumed internally by development and operations teams. With your background in development and passion for automation you are excited to assume responsibility for the team of Software Development Engineers planning and designing software and web applications. You will oversee the development and administering of performance standards for the business unit. You will provide subject matter guidance to the team.
Are you up to the challenge?

  • Lead product development from design to delivery including new programs enhancements and modifications; collaborate with Quality Assurance team on testing
  • Own development and delivery of engineering deliverables in a fast-iterative Continuous Integration and deployment environment
  • Work closely with engineers to develop systems with the right design and architecture
  • Hire mentor manage and develop engineers to create high performing teams
  • Collaborate with product management and stakeholders to understand their roadmaps and identify critical technical capabilities that need development
  • Oversee planning and designing of software and web applications including new programs enhancements and modifications
  • Develop and maintain a roadmap of initiatives that meets the business's needs
  • Own engineering practices and drive performance management of your team
  • Ensure teams execute and adhere to technical design reviews code inspections and test reviews
  • Perform administrative functions such as writing and reviewing reports providing metrics approving expenditures and making decisions about the purchase of materials or services
  • Assists in all phases of Agile Project Planning, Execution, and Delivery.
  • Drives development using the latest Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment technologies.


You should definitely have:

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or related area.
  • Eight (8) years industry professional experience (Higher considered based on qualifications).
  • Two (2) years industry in management or other leadership role leading toward a management role.
  • Strong technical background in:
    • Front End Web Development
    • Javascript Development
    • Ui/Ux concepts and Design Methodologies
  • Experience writing software requirements software architecture and designing algorithms.
  • Experience in managing both offshore and onsite teams.
  • Experience in hiring developers, conducting performance reviews, developing technical and project proposals.
  • Must have a strong Project Management and/or Project Lead experience
  • Able to take ownership of problems and see them through to resolution
  • Experience with Agile/Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) work environments


It would be nice if you had:

  • Ten (10) or more years industry professional experience.
  • Four (4) or more years professional experience in a management position working with multiple scrum teams.
  • Two (2) or more years professional experience in React or other high level web languages.
  • Two (2) or more years professional experience deploying applications in AWS or other cloud based environments.
  • Strong desire to watch YouTube videos of airplanes taking off and landing!


What it's like to work with us:
Intelsat is connecting the world and transforming the satellite and inflight connectivity landscape by reaching beyond the traditional satellite industry. We are defining new products that will open new, profitable markets. We connect the aviation industry and air travelers with innovative technology and applications, and we do it all in a high-energy environment that welcomes the next challenge. To help us reach this goal, you should be a bold thinker who will perform a key role in shaping Intelsat innovation for years to come.

  • We emphasize personal and professional growth
  • Awesome benefits including PTO, medical, tuition reimbursement, and training
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Fun, diverse, and inclusive culture
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What are Intelsat Perks + Benefits

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Generous PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Relocation assistance
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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