Senior Software Engineer – Secure USV Systems

SimVentions, Inc - Glassdoor 4.6; Tappahannock (VA); On-site; USD 92,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k)

Health coverage

Paid time off

Education assistance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Career development

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

SimVentions, an employee-owned company in Virginia, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support development and integration of Government-owned and contractor-developed software aboard Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs).

The role requires 8+ years in software development, experience with Java, Rust, C++, Python, and modern tooling; Interim Secret Clearance and US Citizenship are required. You'll work with Linux, Docker, CI/CD and agile practices on cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience.
• Experience leading and mentoring software teams.
• Experience with networking and protobuf.
• Ability and desire to quickly learn new skills or grow knowledge areas.

Responsibilities

• Implement secure, scalable software architectures for USVs.
• Collaborate with the H62 Mission Autonomy Lead to manage agile cycles.
• Translate complex operational requirements into technical specifications.
• Establish technical baselines and prioritize high-impact development tasks.

Skills

Java

Rust

C++

Python

Docker

CI/CD

Linux

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/technical discipline

Tools

VS Code

JetBrains IntelliJ

JIRA

Confluence

GitLab

Job description

SimVentions, an employee-owned company in Virginia, is seeking a Senior Software Developer to support development and integration of Government-owned and contractor-developed software aboard Unmanned Surface Vessels (USVs).

The role requires 8+ years in software development, experience with Java, Rust, C++, Python, and modern tooling; Interim Secret Clearance and US Citizenship are required. You'll work with Linux, Docker, CI/CD and agile practices on cross-functional teams.