Cloud Software Engineer, Advisor

Cloud Software Engineer
Location: Laurel, MD (On-site)
Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph

Join Peraton’s Cyber Missions team and help power the future of national security.

We’re seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to support mission-critical operations within our dynamic Compute Team. You’ll be part of a collaborative group developing and optimizing a massively parallel enterprise platform that drives large-scale, data-intensive analytics.

What You'll Do:

• Develop cloud-native software solutions using Java, working within a cutting-edge ecosystem of Kubernetes, Hadoop, Accumulo, and other open-source tools

• Build and support scalable, distributed systems that manage and process vast amounts of mission data

• Tackle complex technical challenges that directly impact national security efforts

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while also having the autonomy to drive projects independently

• Learn and adapt to new technologies in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment

Who You Are:

• A motivated Java developer with strong problem-solving skills and a sharp attention to detail

• Equally comfortable working independently or in a team-oriented environment

• Eager to learn and work with a wide range of tools and technologies as mission needs evolve

Tech Stack & Tools You’ll Use:

• Java, Kubernetes, Hadoop, Accumulo

• Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS)

• Cloud-native architectures

• Agile development methodologies

Why Peraton:

• Work on high-impact programs that truly matter

• Join a team that values innovation, integrity, and initiative

• Access professional growth opportunities in one of the fastest-growing areas of tech and defense

Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: An active TS/SCI with Polygraph is required.

• Experience: Minimum 8 years in software development/engineering, including requirements analysis, development, installation, integration, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

• Education:

  • Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related technical field is required

  • Master’s in a technical field is acceptable and will count towards 2 years of experience.

  • In lieu of the degree, we can accept an additional 4 years of experience.

• Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in Java and database technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).

  • Experience with MapReduce frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Hive, Pig).

  • Familiar with Linux development, Docker, Kubernetes, Python, and Ansible.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with microservices and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).

• One or more of the following certifications:

  • AWS Certified Developer – Associate

  • AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional

  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

  • Elastic Certified Engineer

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, 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 eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

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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.