Staff Software Engineer, User Emulation

Summary

Join SimSpace as a Staff Software Engineer - User Emulation and play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and delivering core SOA-based services for cybersecurity simulations. Lead a team through complex technical projects, collaborating with UX designers, product managers, and other engineers. Ensure top-notch engineering practices by guiding the team on best coding practices and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Mentor team members while contributing directly to code, design, and architecture. This remote position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a purpose-driven organization.

Requirements

• 6+ years of hands-on experience in software development with proven skills in building large-scale, distributed systems
• Expertise in an OOP-based language such as Java or Kotlin, with a demonstrable knowledge of API design, integration, and best practices
• Proven experience with unit testing, integration testing, and deploying services in Kubernetes or a similar container orchestration platform
• Demonstrated ability to design, build, and operate fault-tolerant systems, including experience in requirements gathering and project breakdown
• Knowledge of concepts including DNS, TCP/IP, routing protocols

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain core SOA-based services for cybersecurity range simulation, focusing on scalability, performance, and fault tolerance
• Lead end-to-end technical projects, from requirements gathering and architecture design to deployment, while setting clear goals and priorities
• Mentor and support engineers on the team, promoting a collaborative culture and guiding them in coding best practices, testing, and architectural design
• Collaborate with Product Managers and UX Designers to create user-centered solutions that are technically robust and aligned across all departmental priorities and the needs of the business
• Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to company standards
• Implement robust monitoring and alerting strategies to maintain high uptime and quick response to potential system issues
• Ensure services meet security and compliance standards by integrating appropriate controls into the development lifecycle
• Contribute to documentation that details technical architecture, system design, and best practices to ensure knowledge sharing and team alignment

Benefits

• Salary Range $150,000 - $225,000
• Comprehensive benefits package that start on day one
• 401k match
• Flex time, the time off you need when you need it
• Equity options at hire and potential for additional based on performance
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Peloton Interactive Wellness Program
• LinkedIn Learning Membership
• Monthly reimbursement for meaningful connections with other SimSpacers