Software Engineering, Lead Associate

Conducts research in design, development, testing and utilization of electronic data processing software. Designs, develops, documents, tests and debugs applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions. Conducts multidisciplinary research and collaborates with equipment designers and/or hardware engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software. Determines computer user needs; analyzes system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepares operating instructions; designs and develops compilers and assemblers, utility programs, and operating systems. Ensures software standards are met. Analyzes user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Confers with systems analysts, engineers, programmers, and others to design system and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces. Designs, develops, and modifies software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design. Coordinates software system installations and monitors equipment functioning to ensure specifications are met.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Java-based enterprise applications using modern frameworks like Spring Boot.
• Lead or contribute to the design and architecture of modular, scalable systems.
• Develop robust APIs and integrate distributed components in a microservices environment.
• Conduct unit, integration, and functional testing to ensure high-quality code.
• Support vulnerability remediation and ensure systems meet cybersecurity compliance standards.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across multiple systems and environments.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior developers as needed.
• Produce clear and concise technical documentation and support materials.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA
• Must possess Active CompTIA Security+ CE certification
• Must be a US Citizen and possess or be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance
• Strong experience with Java, object-oriented design, and Spring Boot.
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns and service-oriented architectures.
• Deep understanding of REST APIs, HTTP protocols, and web technologies (HTML, JavaScript, WebSocket, CSS).
• Experience using IDEs such as Eclipse
• Proficiency with build tools like Maven
• Familiarity with Angular or other front-end frameworks

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 8 years with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA

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.