Cloud Software Engineer (Mid-level)

Cloud Software Engineer – Cyber Missions Team (Annapolis Junction, MD)

Flexible Hours | Hybrid Work Options | Mission-Driven Impact

About the Role:

Peraton is looking for an experienced Cloud Software Engineer to join our Cyber Missions team in Annapolis Junction, MD. You’ll contribute to a suite of innovative, web-based applications that streamline and automate data management for Intelligence Community (IC) data custodians.

 

These mission-critical tools ensure compliant data movement, integration, and reuse across the customer’s mission space — enabling faster, smarter decision-making. If you’re passionate about building solutions that truly make an impact, this is your opportunity.

 

Why Join Us?

• Work in a collaborative, Agile environment where your ideas matter.

• Enjoy flexible scheduling and telework opportunities at our Peraton facility.

• Be part of a mission-first culture that values innovation, growth, and continuous learning.

What You’ll Do:

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of enterprise-level cloud and web applications.

• Use Java as your primary language to design, build, and maintain software solutions.

• Collaborate within an Agile team to define requirements, assign tasks, and track progress.

• Work across the full stack — from backend logic to front-end design — using modern frameworks like Quarkus and PrimeFaces.

• Expand your technical expertise while solving real-world challenges in data automation and compliance.

Who You Are:

• A passionate software developer eager to grow and take ownership of meaningful projects.

• Experienced in Java development, with a desire to apply and expand your skills in modern cloud environments.

• Motivated by solving complex problems and contributing to a mission that matters.

Join Peraton — where innovation meets purpose.
Help us shape the future of secure data operations and make an impact that extends beyond code.

Minimum Qualifications:

• TS/SCI with Polygraph is required

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical field.

• Experience:

  • Shall have at least eight (8) years of experience in software development/engineering, including requirements analysis, software development, installation, integration, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, testing, and problem diagnosis/resolution.

  • Shall have at least six (6) years of experience developing software with high level languages such as Java, C, C++

  • Shall have at least three (3) years of experience in software integration and software Unit Testing, to include developing and implementing test plans and test scripts.

  • Shall have at least five (5) years of experience developing software for UNIX/Linux (Redhat versions 3-5) operating systems.

Required Certifications (one or more):

• AWS Certified Developer – Associate

• AWS Certified Machine Learning – Associate or Specialty

• AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional

• Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

Desired Skills:

• Experience with AWS Cloud services, Quarkus, PrimeFaces, and GitLab CI/CD.

• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools.

• Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills; proactive and self-motivated.

Benefits:

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 eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

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.

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.