SEP
ReviewEmployee-owned custom software development company solving high-stakes engineering challenges
About SEP
SEP (Software Engineering Professionals) is a custom software development company founded in 1988 by four Rose-Hulman graduates in Carmel, Indiana. With nearly 150 employee-owners, SEP specializes in high cost-of-failure software engagements, building mission-critical systems for Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies. Their 100% employee-owned (ESOP) structure and award-winning culture have earned them consistent Top Workplaces and Best Place to Work in Indiana recognition.
Who SEP Is Best For
SEP works best for Defense, Healthcare companies that need Custom Software Development and Product Design. With minimum project size of $50K+, hourly rates of $150-199/hr, they are accessible to mid-market companies with established budgets. Based in Carmel, IN, their primary differentiator is 100% employee-owned (esop).
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