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SimIS

IT solutions for government and defense

Software Engineer 3

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Virginia Beach, VA, USA
In Person100% onsite.
Software EngineeringBackend Engineering

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is required.
  • A minimum of 5 years of job-related experience is required.
  • A minimum of 2 years of experience developing REST API backends using ASP.NET and/or ASP.NET Core with C# is required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience developing in Microsoft ASP.NET with C# is required.
  • Security+ CE certification is required within 6 months of hire.
Responsibilities
  • Independently execute software design and development tasks.
  • Lead and work as part of an agile team to design, implement, and revise software applications.
  • Write performant code consistent with the team's style and best practices.
  • Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to develop requirements.
  • Keep up to date with software developments through individual and group study.
  • Mentor junior staff.
  • Design, develop, troubleshoot, debug, integrate, and implement systems in support of the warfighter.
  • Develop application software, debug and test application code, coordinate with the development team, construct test cases, and assist with software documentation.
  • Learn new technical tools required for the role and comply with hardware and software systems standards and procedures.
  • Develop REST API backends using ASP.NET and/or ASP.NET Core with C#.
  • Develop in Microsoft ASP.NET using C#.
  • Investigate, troubleshoot, and design solutions to problems in operational software.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with a distributed version control system such as Git.
  • Experience with client-side development using JavaScript or TypeScript.
  • Experience with front-end frameworks such as Vue.js.
  • Proficiency in back-end development in multi-tier applications using platforms such as C#, T-SQL, ASP.NET Core, and Entity Framework.
  • Experience developing unit tests using MSTest, xUnit, or NUnit.
  • Experience using Microsoft SQL Server.
  • Experience working in agile teams such as Scrum.
  • Experience with Agile and DevOps or DevSecOps software development practices, such as Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery and Test Driven Development.
  • Knowledge of agile methodologies and tools.
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
  • Experience with DoD software development processes.

About the company

SimIS delivers IT solutions for government and defense, specializing in modeling and simulation, test and evaluation, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. Its M&S work uses cognitive systems engineering to create executable models and simulations; T&E validates system performance for DoD and DHS; cybersecurity includes compliance support such as CMMC. The company develops autonomous platforms in its robotics lab, including the SimIS Autonomous Maritime System (SAMS) and RiverScout, plus AI/ML, data analytics, software development, and 3D printing. Its model centers on securing prime government contracts and IDIQ vehicles, with services supported by a Tier 3 data center for hosting and managed IT services, aiming to help government customers model, test, secure, and deploy advanced systems.

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

N/A

Founded

2007

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What believers are saying

  • December 2025 SHIELD IDIQ win opens Missile Defense Agency and DoD pipelines.
  • August 2026 GSA MAS prime status supports recurring federal purchasing and cloud work.
  • September 2026 Constellis and I/ITSEC presence keeps SimIS visible to buyers and recruits.

What critics are saying

  • ICE office lease needs Suffolk Council approval; delays block a multi-year revenue stream.
  • MDA SHIELD positioning still depends on task orders, not guaranteed funded work.
  • Autonomy demos at I/ITSEC and Constellis do not prove production-scale adoption.

What makes SimIS unique

  • Veteran-owned Suffolk firm sells cleared modeling, simulation, cyber, and autonomy to defense customers.
  • GSA MAS prime contract 47QTCA23D0056 runs through February 2043, broadening federal access.
  • RiverScout and SAMS give SimIS owned robotics platforms, not just staff augmentation.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Flex Spending Accounts
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Professional Development Budget
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays