Full-Time

Remote – Senior Software Engineer

User Emulation

Posted on 11/18/2024

Simspace

Simspace

51-200 employees

Provides advanced cybersecurity training simulations

Government & Public Sector
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$150k - $210kAnnually

Senior

Remote in USA

Category
Backend Engineering
Security Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Kubernetes
Java
Requirements
  • 6+ years of hands-on experience in software development with a strong focus on building large-scale, distributed systems.
  • Expertise in an OOP-based language such as Java or Kotlin, with a demonstrable understanding 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.
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 cross-functionally with Product Managers and UX Designers to translate requirements into technically sound, user-centered solutions.
  • 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.

SimSpace provides advanced cyber range platforms that allow organizations to simulate cyber attacks and defenses in a virtual environment. These platforms enable clients to create realistic attack scenarios to train their cybersecurity teams and enhance their security measures. SimSpace serves a wide range of clients, including enterprises, government agencies, military, and critical infrastructure sectors. What sets SimSpace apart from competitors is its military-grade cyber ranges, which support various deployment models such as secure air-gapped environments and Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions. The company's goal is to help organizations improve their cybersecurity readiness, reduce operational costs, and achieve a strong return on investment, often within a year of using their services.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$43.8M

Headquarters

Boston, Massachusetts

Founded

N/A

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-17%

2 year growth

-22%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $45 million equity raise positions SimSpace for significant growth and expansion into new geographies.
  • The appointment of Matt Knutsen as Chief Revenue Officer, with his proven track record, is likely to drive substantial revenue growth and strategic partnerships.
  • SimSpace's collaboration with Cymulate enhances their platform's capabilities, making it more attractive to potential clients.

What critics are saying

  • The cybersecurity market is highly competitive, and maintaining a unique value proposition is crucial for SimSpace's continued success.
  • Rapid expansion and integration of new leadership could lead to operational challenges and strategic misalignments.

What makes Simspace unique

  • SimSpace offers military-grade cyber ranges, providing hyper-realistic attack scenarios that are unmatched by most competitors.
  • Their platform supports various deployment models, including secure air-gapped environments, on-premises setups, and SaaS solutions, offering flexibility that many competitors lack.
  • SimSpace's focus on measurable improvement programs and mission-relevant readiness sets them apart in the cybersecurity training market.

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