[Remote] Staff Software Engineer (Attack & User Emulation Team)
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. SimSpace is an AI Proving Ground that helps organizations train, test, and outmaneuver adversaries in various environments. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Attack and User Emulation Team to lead the development of containerized microservices for simulating cyber attacks and user personas, while mentoring team members and driving technical direction.ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain the core services for offensive cybersecurity and user emulation in our range simulation environment, focusing on scalability, performance, and fault toleranceOwn and drive end-to-end technical projects, from requirements gathering and architecture design to deployment. This includes defining scope, identifying risks, and aligning stakeholders across teams, while setting clear goals and prioritiesMentor and support engineers on the team; promote a collaborative culture and guide the team in coding best practices, testing, and architectural design. Actively develop the technical skills of senior engineers and help raise the overall engineering bar on the teamDefine and evangelize technical architecture, system design, and best practices through documentation, design reviews, and team forums to ensure knowledge sharing and alignmentCollaborate 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. Proactively surface technical tradeoffs and their business implications to non-technical stakeholdersTake ownership of cross-team outcomes by ensuring the AUE team's technical decisions, interfaces, and delivery commitments reflect the needs of the broader organization, not just internal team goals. Measure success by the value delivered to the full product and its users, not just what your team shipsPartner with other engineering teams as both a consumer and provider of APIs and services, treating those teams as customers with real needs, SLAs, and feedback loops. Advocate for the end-to-end product experience rather than optimizing for your team's contribution in isolationBuild and maintain strong working relationships with partner engineering teams, proactively communicating changes, soliciting feedback on interfaces and contracts, and ensuring the AUE team is a reliable, high-trust dependency for the rest of the organizationConduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to ensure code quality, performance, and adherence to company standardsImplement robust monitoring and alerting strategies to maintain high uptime and quick response to potential system issuesEnsure services meet security and compliance standards by integrating appropriate controls into the development lifecycleIdentify gaps in tooling, processes, or architecture before they become problems, and drive the initiatives needed to address themSkills8+ years of hands-on experience in software development with proven skills in building large-scale, distributed systemsExperience operating as a technical lead or Staff-level engineer, with demonstrated influence beyond your immediate teamExpertise in an OOP-based language such as Java or Kotlin, with a demonstrable knowledge of API design, integration, and best practicesExperience with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar)Proven experience with unit testing, integration testing, and deploying services in Kubernetes or a similar container orchestration platformDemonstrated ability to design, build, and operate fault-tolerant systems, including experience in requirements gathering, risk identification, project breakdown, and sequencing for efficient developmentStrong communication skills to present and articulate designs to technical and non-technical audiences, including experience leading architecture reviews and influencing technical directionUnderstanding of offensive security methods and tacticsKnowledge of networking concepts including DNS, TCP/IP, routing protocolsBenefitsOpportunity for annual bonuses tied to company performance and individual contributionsComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, plus savings plans 6coverage starts on day one!Access to company-paid counseling, coaching, and resources for you and your family through Spring Health.Plan for your future with a 401(k)-retirement savings plan featuring a company match.Paid leave plans to support you and your loved ones during life9s most important moments.Equity stock options at hire, with annual performance-based grants 6become an invested stakeholder in our shared success.Earn $1,500 3,500 for every qualified hire through our employee referral program.Peloton Interactive Wellness Program: Full- and partial- subsidized membership plans and equipment discounts to help you reach your personalized wellness goals.Access a LinkedIn Learning membership to prioritize your personal and professional development.Monthly reimbursements for meaningful connections with teammates through our SocialSpace Community.Legal plan coverage, pet insurance, wellness reimbursements, and more to simplify life9s details.Semi-flexible hours, with the expectation that you overlap the main part of the day to meet deadlines, collaborate with colleagues and attend key meetings.Company OverviewSimSpace combines high-fidelity, military-grade cyber ranges and training content with unique user and adversary emulation techniques. It was founded in 2015, and is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is https://www.simspace.com/.