Nakupuna Consulting is seeking a Deputy Software Development Manager to provide standardization, management, and leadership supporting the execution of a large size, multi-year contract to the Integrated Personnel and Pay System – Army (IPPS-A) Army Military Payroll (AMP). Nakupuna Consulting is extending contingent offers for this effort in anticipation of contract award, which is expected in May of 2024. The Deputy Software Development Manager will assist the Software Development manager with the staffing and formation of the Development community of practice. This will require collaboration and coordination with the numerous Agile teams working across the AMP program. Working closely with the Portfolio Operations technical SMEs, the Deputy Software Development Manager will develop, write, and distribute standard operating procedures for Development processes. The Software Development Manager will maintain open communication with the Program Manager and the Army client, providing reports and attending meetings as needed. The Software Development Manager should serve as a positive mentor for junior employees, coaching team members as needed.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign additional duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

• Assist in hiring for the Development community of practice across all Agile teams.
• Acts as secondary point of contact for Agile teams for Development staffing needs.
• Assist in creating and maintaining the Development community of practice organizational structure.
• Assist in implementing standards for Development processes and documentation.
• Assist in creation of CDRLs related to Development community of practice.
• Serve as interim-SW Development Manager when SW Development Manager is unavailable.
• Acts as Govt POC for Development community of practice.
• Manage direct reports including conducting performance reviews, ensuring appropriate tasking, training and mentoring, ensuring timesheet compliance, support recruiting and staffing initiatives, and other management duties.

Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree with 8 or more years of experience within the federal government, DoD, Army, or IC and/or private sector preferred.  1-3 years managing software development or technical teams preferred. PeopleSoft, Workday, or other ERP experience a plus. 

Skills/Qualifications: PeopleSoft technical experience preferred but not required.  Leading SAFe Certification or other agile certification preferred.

Clearance Requirements: This position requires a current Secret clearance. Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Work Location: Work location will be in the D.C., Maryland, Virginia region.

Physical Requirements: In addition to the skills and qualifications mentioned above, candidates must, at a minimum, be able to meet the following physical requirements.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds
• Ability to use stairs without assistance
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with the hands, wrists, and fingers
• Ability to engage in and follow audible communications in emergency situations
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, lift, carry, reach, kneel, crouch, bend and climb a step stool/ladder