Tak-X Software Developer

Peraton Labs is seeking an experienced TAK-X Software Developer with direct, hands-on experience in the TAK ecosystem. This role will focus on designing and developing custom TAK plugins that integrate with existing backend services and deliver intuitive, mission-focused user interfaces.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, self-directed, and comfortable navigating complex codebases with minimal oversight. This individual should be capable of independently architecting plugin interfaces, implementing robust integrations, and delivering polished user experiences within the TAK environment. The candidate should further be comfortable working with a mixed team and incorporating inputs from technical leadership.

Primary Responsibilities may include:

• Design, develop, and maintain custom plugins for the TAK-X ecosystem
• Integrate TAK plugins with external backend services and APIs
• Explore and understand existing application codebases to determine optimal plugin integration approaches
• Design and implement intuitive, mission-oriented GUI components within the TAK framework
• Troubleshoot, optimize, and enhance plugin performance and stability
• Collaborate with backend and systems engineers to ensure reliable data exchange and system interoperability
• Participate in regular engineering meetings supporting Agile software development
• Document design decisions, integration approaches, and technical implementation details

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of experience with a Bachelor's degree, 6+ years with a Master's degree, or 3+ years with a PhD
• Direct, hands-on experience developing plugins within the TAK ecosystem (specifically TAK-X)
• Demonstrated experience with TAK SDKs and plugin architecture
• Familiarity with TAK data formats, CoT (Cursor on Target), and TAK networking concepts
• Ability to independently navigate unfamiliar codebases and develop well-architected extensions
• Strong communication skills for technical coordination
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to operate with limited direction
• Strong UI/UX design instincts with ability to translate operational workflows into intuitive interfaces
• Solid understanding of software architecture principles and clean interface design.
• US Citizenship with the ability to obtain a clearance as needed
• Candidates should be local to our Red Bank/Basking Ridge, NJ or Silver Spring, MD locations
• Ability to support occasional travel to Peraton Labs or customer sites as needed

Desired Qualifications

• Full-stack development experience, including: Node.js, Python, FastAPI, and PostgreSQL
• Experience building RESTful APIs and backend service integrations
• Experience with real-time data visualization or geospatial data systems
  • Experience working with graphic data displays, such as line plots, waterfall plots, heatmaps, map annotations, and other graph types
• Experience working in defense, tactical, or mission-critical environments
• Familiarity with ATAK, TAK Server development
• Familiarity with secure software development practices
• Comfortable providing live demonstrations or training sessions to broad audiences or tactical users

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.

$112,000 - $179,000. 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.