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Cloud Software Engineer

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Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to join our Cyber Mission business unit in Annapolis Junction, MD. Our team develops cutting-edge solutions that automate manual processes, enabling mission customers to focus on high-value, complex challenges. We follow Agile methodologies and embrace DevOps principles to consistently deliver reliable, high-quality software.

 

This role is based at a contractor facility, offering flexible work schedules. Telework opportunities may also be available, subject to tasking requirements and customer approval.

Qualifications

  • A minimum of 12 years of experience in software development or engineering, including tasks such as requirements analysis, development, installation, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or in a related technical field is highly desired. A Master's degree in a Technical Field will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of experience. 16 years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree. NOTE: A degree in Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar degree will be considered as a technical field.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required.

Cloud Software Engineer qualifications:

  • Full stack development experience, with proficiency in both front-end and back-end technologies (Java/JavaScript)
  • Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks, such as React or Vue.js
  • Familiarity with JSON data structures and data exchange
  • Exposure to NoSQL databases, including MongoDB
  • Familiarity with search and logging tools such as ElasticSearch and the ELK stack
  • Experience with in-memory data stores like Redis
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker
  • Understanding of Docker orchestration tools like Docker Swarm or Kubernetes
  • Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and cloud computing environments
  • Exposure to CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD or Jenkins
  • Experience working with the Atlassian suite, including Jira and Confluence
  • Possession of at least one of the following Cloud Developer Certifications:
    • AWS Certified Developer – Associate
    • AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional
    • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence)

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and participation in an attractive bonus plan.

 

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Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$190,000 - $304,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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