{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"db10ebefef6b1afce17e21ed","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/db10ebefef6b1afce17e21ed","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/db10ebefef6b1afce17e21ed","title":"Senior Software Developer","description":"Location: Dahlgren, Virginia, USA\nTelework: None\nClearance: Interim Secret (US Citizenship Required)\nExperience: Senior\nNumber of Openings: 1\nFunding Status: Funded\nSalary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 (Please see below for more info on salary)\nSenior Software Developer\nSimVentions is a 100% employee-owned business and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team! This individual will provide senior software engineering in an Agile development environment as part of a team integrating robotic/cybernetic systems and systems of systems into a virtual simulation environment. Working hand in hand with our customer, you will be integrating various robotic systems into a gaming environment, enhancing the testing and execution of the systems in simulated scenarios.\nResponsibilities:\nGain understanding and knowledge of various robotic/cybernetic systems\nCreate, maintain, and update game assets and scripts\nWork with members of the team to assist in the running of virtual, and live, test events\nIntegrate a multitude of technologies and systems into the simulation environment\nActively support all aspects of the system development lifecycle (analysis, requirements definition, design, coding, development and unit testing, maintenance and preparing associated documentation) with an emphasis on software coding\nRequirements:\nUnited States Citizenship\nAt least eight (8) years of software development experience\nAt least five (5) years of experience using Python\nAbility to clearly and accurately document software source code, specifications, and manuals\nExperience working in a Modeling and/or Simulation environment incorporating various technologies\nAbility to decipher/reverse engineer various interfaces and functionality from other entities\nStrong understanding of network protocols and interfaces to include but not limited to TCP/IP, UDP, and serial communications.\nExcellent oral and written communication skills\nAbility to collaborate constructively and present overall results with other government and contractor personnel\nAbility to thrive in a flexible and dynamic work environment\nPreferred Skills & Experience:\nExperience with simulation/game development\nExperience with Arma 3 and/or VBS 3 or 4\nExperience with creating/maintaining CI/CD pipelines\nWillingness to travel to support test events in the field\nComfortable working on a team and interfacing with outside entities\nWillingness to adapt quickly to new requirements\nAgile/SCRUM experience\nKnowledge of GIT and Jira/Bitbucket\nExperience with Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) and/or Software-in-the-loop (SWIL) testing\nEducation: A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline is required\nClearance: A Secret Clearance is required for this position. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. US Citizenship is required to obtain a clearance.\nTravel: 10% - Supporting testing exercises\n\nBenefits & Compensation: At SimVentions, we’re committed to supporting the total well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.\nWe offer:\nMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)\nCompetitive 401(k) programs\nRetirement and Financial Counselors\nHealth Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nLife insurance, short- & long-term disability\nContinuing Education Assistance\nPaid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)\nThird Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling\nSupplemental Benefit Program\nCompensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.\nThe projected annual compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.\nWhy Work for SimVentions?\nSimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.\nSupport Our Warfighters\nSimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.\nDrive Customer Success\nWe deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.\n\nGet Involved in Giving Back\nWe believe that one of the best ways to be a well-rounded company is to have well-rounded employees, and one of the ways we encourage that is by providing a wide range of service opportunities for our team members to engage in throughout the year.\nBuild Innovative Technology\nSimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.\nWork with Brilliant People\nAt SimVentions, we don’t just hire the smartest people. We hire experienced, creative individuals who are passionate about what they do, and who benefit from the culture that we have created here.\nCreate Meaningful Solutions\nWe are trusted partners with our customers and are provided challenging and meaningful requirements to help them solve.\nEmployees who join SimVentions will enjoy benefits like:\nImpact: work on projects that directly support the defense of our nation.\nServe: work for a company that supports its surrounding communities.\nEmployee Owned: work with the best and help build YOUR company.\nDress code: business casual. We like to be comfortable while we work.\nHealthcare: one of the best packages in the industry.\nCulture: add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.\nFood: we have a lot of food around here.\nFamily focus: work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.\nResources: excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.\nOpen communication: work in an environment where your voice matters.\nFitness/Well-being: opportunities to participate in company sports teams and workout groups.\nProfessional development: employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development plus great training options\nWhat you bring to the table: contribute, grow, and thrive.\nOther Perks:\nLots of employee appreciation events throughout the year\nExcellent working facilities and tools to get your job done\nRegular communication (“All-Hands”, “SimV Share”, “Imagineering Day”) to stay connected to SimV culture, stay abreast of what is happening in the company, and meet new faces while eating good food\nSimVentions sports teams and workout groups\nEmployee led interest groups for personal and professional development\nWhat you bring to the table…\nMWAC\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)","company":"Simvention","rawCompany":"simvention","city":"King George","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:37:21.227Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1251.00","title":"Computer Programmers","slug":"computer-programmers"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541715","title":"Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)","slug":"research-and-development-in-the-physical-engineering-and-life-sciences-except-nanotechnology-and-biotechnology"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Senior Software Developer","description":"Location: Dahlgren, Virginia, USA\nTelework: None\nClearance: Interim Secret (US Citizenship Required)\nExperience: Senior\nNumber of Openings: 1\nFunding Status: Funded\nSalary Range: $120,000 - $160,000 (Please see below for more info on salary)\nSenior Software Developer\nSimVentions is a 100% employee-owned business and has consistently been voted one of Virginia's Best Places to Work. We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our team! This individual will provide senior software engineering in an Agile development environment as part of a team integrating robotic/cybernetic systems and systems of systems into a virtual simulation environment. Working hand in hand with our customer, you will be integrating various robotic systems into a gaming environment, enhancing the testing and execution of the systems in simulated scenarios.\nResponsibilities:\nGain understanding and knowledge of various robotic/cybernetic systems\nCreate, maintain, and update game assets and scripts\nWork with members of the team to assist in the running of virtual, and live, test events\nIntegrate a multitude of technologies and systems into the simulation environment\nActively support all aspects of the system development lifecycle (analysis, requirements definition, design, coding, development and unit testing, maintenance and preparing associated documentation) with an emphasis on software coding\nRequirements:\nUnited States Citizenship\nAt least eight (8) years of software development experience\nAt least five (5) years of experience using Python\nAbility to clearly and accurately document software source code, specifications, and manuals\nExperience working in a Modeling and/or Simulation environment incorporating various technologies\nAbility to decipher/reverse engineer various interfaces and functionality from other entities\nStrong understanding of network protocols and interfaces to include but not limited to TCP/IP, UDP, and serial communications.\nExcellent oral and written communication skills\nAbility to collaborate constructively and present overall results with other government and contractor personnel\nAbility to thrive in a flexible and dynamic work environment\nPreferred Skills & Experience:\nExperience with simulation/game development\nExperience with Arma 3 and/or VBS 3 or 4\nExperience with creating/maintaining CI/CD pipelines\nWillingness to travel to support test events in the field\nComfortable working on a team and interfacing with outside entities\nWillingness to adapt quickly to new requirements\nAgile/SCRUM experience\nKnowledge of GIT and Jira/Bitbucket\nExperience with Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) and/or Software-in-the-loop (SWIL) testing\nEducation: A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline is required\nClearance: A Secret Clearance is required for this position. 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Our benefit offerings include comprehensive health and welfare plans to serve a variety of needs.\nWe offer:\nMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage\nEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)\nCompetitive 401(k) programs\nRetirement and Financial Counselors\nHealth Savings and Health Reimbursement Accounts\nFlexible Spending Accounts\nLife insurance, short- & long-term disability\nContinuing Education Assistance\nPaid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Leave (e.g., Maternity, Paternity, Jury Duty, Bereavement, Military)\nThird Party Employee Assistance Program that offers emotional and lifestyle well-being services, to include free counseling\nSupplemental Benefit Program\nCompensation at SimVentions is determined by a number of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, education, training, security clearance, work location, skills, knowledge, and competencies, as well as alignment with our corporate compensation plan and contract specific requirements.\nThe projected annual compensation range for this position is $120,000 - $160,000 (USD). This estimate reflects the standard salary range for this position and is just one component of the total compensation package that SimVentions offers.\nWhy Work for SimVentions?\nSimVentions is about more than just being a place to work with other growth-orientated technically exceptional experts. It’s also a fun place to work. Our family-friendly atmosphere encourages our employee-owners to imagine, create, explore, discover, and do great things together.\nSupport Our Warfighters\nSimVentions is a proud supporter of the U.S. military, and we take pride in our ability to provide relevant, game-changing solutions to our armed men and women around the world.\nDrive Customer Success\nWe deliver innovative products and solutions that go beyond the expected. This means you can expect to work with a team that will allow you to grow, have a voice, and make an impact.\n\nGet Involved in Giving Back\nWe believe that one of the best ways to be a well-rounded company is to have well-rounded employees, and one of the ways we encourage that is by providing a wide range of service opportunities for our team members to engage in throughout the year.\nBuild Innovative Technology\nSimVentions takes pride in its innovative and cutting-edge technology, so you can be sure that whatever project you work on, you will be having a direct impact on our customer’s success.\nWork with Brilliant People\nAt SimVentions, we don’t just hire the smartest people. 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We like to be comfortable while we work.\nHealthcare: one of the best packages in the industry.\nCulture: add to our culture of technical excellence and collaboration.\nFood: we have a lot of food around here.\nFamily focus: work for a team that recognizes the importance of family time.\nResources: excellent facilities, tools, and training opportunities to grow in your field.\nOpen communication: work in an environment where your voice matters.\nFitness/Well-being: opportunities to participate in company sports teams and workout groups.\nProfessional development: employee-led interest groups for personal and professional development plus great training options\nWhat you bring to the table: contribute, grow, and thrive.\nOther Perks:\nLots of employee appreciation events throughout the year\nExcellent working facilities and tools to get your job done\nRegular communication (“All-Hands”, “SimV Share”, “Imagineering Day”) to stay connected to SimV culture, stay abreast of what is happening in the company, and meet new faces while eating good food\nSimVentions sports teams and workout groups\nEmployee led interest groups for personal and professional development\nWhat you bring to the table…\nMWAC\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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