Hybrid Director of R&D, Range Engineering Director of R&D, Range Engineering with verification

Who is SimSpace:SimSpace launched in 2015 with a singular purpose – addressing the most urgent and sophisticated cybersecurity challenges to reduce risk for our most vulnerable and valuable infrastructure. The organizations around the world that we depend on every day to keep our loved ones safe and secure. Our healthcare facilities, schools, financial institutions, transit centers, grocery stores, and workplaces just to name a few. To deliver global resiliency, we provide an elite cyber range platform to curate unassailable cyber defenses, data driven decisions, cutting edge training labs, live attack scenarios, and extensive individual and dynamic team readiness training.SimSpace works as OneTeam to elevate humanity around the world. We are committed to continuously improving and delivering a cultivated member experience whether that is accomplished through focusing on supporting our client’s teams or our own mission driven SimSpacers.We are an international company headquartered in Boston's Fort Point in the U.S. If you are interested in elevating the technology and creative solutions necessary to secure and safeguard our future while working alongside others who share your passion for purpose and development, we want to meet you!Why should you choose a career at SimSpace?We are an organization that is focused on building our culture and mindfully enhancing our atmosphere everyday which is why we have collaborated on an integral value system. Our governing philosophy of being Human Centered is deeply embedded within our value system. We apply this philosophy to every one of our internal team members, external clients, and their customers.Our core values:

• Serve to Protect – We provide safe space, deliver on the mission, and elevate humanity
• Acquire Understanding – We seek and provide clarity 10x, cultivate comprehension, and believe information goes both all ways
• Operate as Innovators – We stay curious, practice consistency over intensity, and continue to be the change we need in the world
• Teamwork Without Borders – We are never alone, we solve for all, and keep people at the heart of everything we do

We are looking for: a highly motivated and experienced Director of R&D to lead a set of software engineering teams and security experts at Simspace. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing multiple teams of engineers and a strong technical background in software development.What will you be doing as a Director of R&D, Range Engineering at SimSpace?

• Lead and manage teams responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of our software products
• Build and maintain the teams, ensuring they have the right skills and tools to be successful
• Manage the expectations of internal stakeholders and collaborate to find solutions
• Work closely with the product management team to ensure software development projects are aligned with business objectives and timelines
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, and resource allocations to ensure successful project execution
• Work closely with both the Quality Engineering and Product teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software products that meet customer needs
• Mentor and coach manager and others, promoting their professional growth and development
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in software development and cybersecurity

What are the qualifications to apply? To be successful as a Director of R&D, Range Engineering you need:

• 10+ years of experience in software development with at least 4 years of successfully leading and managing multiple software teams
• Strong knowledge of software development practices, methodologies, and tools
• Experienced software leader with a strong background in software development and architecture
• A proven track record of leading and managing software engineering teams to deliver high-quality software products
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire team members
• Knowledge of industry standards and best practices in software development
• Constantly seeking to learn and stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends
• Excellent technical skills with the ability to understand and solve complex technical problems
• Passionate about delivering high-quality software products that meet customer needs
• Comfortable with agile software development methodologies and able to adapt to changing business needs
• Ability to mentor and coach team members, promoting their professional growth and development
• Results-driven with a focus on meeting project objectives and timelines

Nice to have but not required:

• Experience developing and deploying cutting-edge solutions for both cloud and on-premises environments
• Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field
• Familiarity with Cybersecurity or Networking

Our Tech Stack:Kotlin, React.js, Typescript, Kubernetes, GoLang, PostGres, Haskell, Scala, Node.js, Nest.jsWe provide the following:

• Salary Range $210,000 - $280,000
• Comprehensive benefits package that start on day one
• 401k with company match
• Flex time, the time off you need when you need it
• Equity options at hire and potential for additional based on performance
• Generous employee referral bonus program
• Peloton Interactive Wellness Program
• LinkedIn Learning Membership
• Monthly reimbursement for meaningful connections with other SimSpacers

SimSpace is an Equal Opportunity Employer:In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. SimSpace does not and shall not discriminate based on race, color, religion (creed), gender, gender expression and identity, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military/veteran status, in any of its activities or operations. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, clients, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and clients.Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups only apply to jobs if they meet all of the qualifications. However, no one ever meets 100% of the qualifications. SimSpace encourages you to break that statistic and to apply. We look forward to your application!We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, in accordance with applicable law. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact [email protected]. SimSpace does not accept unsolicited resumes from employment agencies.Actual compensation for the position is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to affordability, skills, qualifications and experience, and may vary from the range.