C2 Software Group Lead

The Head of C2 (Command & Control) Development for SKAPION will lead the design, development, and delivery of advanced control, monitoring, and decision‑support capabilities for a next‑generation defense system. This role requires a strong technical foundation in C2 architectures, real‑time systems, and multi‑sensor integration, combined with proven leadership experience in growing and guiding high‑performing engineering teams.

Why Join Skapion?:

This is a unique opportunity to be at the heart of a defense-tech startup during its most exciting growth phase.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multidisciplinary development team with the ability to scale into a full C2 group as the program expands.

• Define the technical vision, architecture, and roadmap for SKAPION’s C2 subsystem, ensuring alignment with system‑level requirements and operational needs.

• Drive end‑to‑end development of control and monitoring capabilities, including situational awareness, mission management, data fusion, and operator‑system interfaces.

• Collaborate closely with system engineering, algorithm teams, hardware teams, and operational experts to deliver robust, mission‑ready solutions.

• Establish development methodologies, coding standards, integration processes, and quality assurance practices suitable for defense‑grade systems.

• Mentor engineers, build team capabilities, and recruit additional talent as the group grows.

• Manage schedules, risks, and deliverables in a dynamic, multi‑stakeholder environment.

• Interface with customers, partners, and defense organizations to understand operational constraints and ensure compliance with defense standards and regulations.

Requirements

• Mandatory background in defense systems : experience with C2, ISR, autonomous platforms, weapon systems, or other mission‑critical defense technologies.

• 5+ years of hands‑on software development experience in real‑time, distributed, or mission‑critical systems.

• 2+ years of leadership experience: leading small teams, mentoring engineers, or managing technical projects.

• Strong understanding of system‑of‑systems architectures, communication protocols, data fusion, and operational workflows.

• Experience with modern development environments, CI/CD, and high‑reliability software practices.

• Excellent communication skills in English; ability to present complex concepts clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with autonomous systems, multi‑domain operations, or advanced sensor suites.

• Background in embedded systems, edge computing, or cloud‑based C2 frameworks.

• Familiarity with NATO/DoD standards, safety and certification processes, or classified program environments.