Cloud Software Engineer

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.

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, and implements secure cloud-based solutions that support scalable, resilient, and mission-critical environments. Responsible for architecting cloud infrastructure, developing detailed technical plans, and defining specifications to support the deployment of modern cloud platforms and services.

Collaborates closely with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define requirements and develop specifications for new cloud-based products, services, applications, and enterprise solutions. Leads the deployment and integration of cloud management platforms, continuously evaluating system performance and implementing enhancements to improve reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.

Supports the development and expansion of a cloud services portfolio, including value-added capabilities that enhance enterprise infrastructure and mission support. Develops solution recommendations and prepares Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation for cloud initiatives. Conducts cost-benefit analyses comparing cloud solutions with alternatives such as virtual private networks, dedicated hosting, or on-premises infrastructure to identify optimal deployment strategies and areas of highest return on investment.

Performs operations and maintenance of secure managed cloud platforms, ensuring system availability, performance, and compliance with security requirements. Implements automation to improve operational efficiency, including monitoring, alerting, and automated remediation of system events. Designs, develops, and maintains infrastructure as code (IaC) and leverages CI/CD pipelines to enable consistent, repeatable deployments and streamlined platform management.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Math, Information Systems, Engineering) is required.
• 6+ years of hands-on experience in software development, including requirements analysis, design, integration, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
• 4+ years of experience will be considered with a Master's degree.
• 6+ years developing in high-level languages such as Java, C, or C++.
• 5+ years of experience developing software in UNIX/Linux (Red Hat 3-5) environments
• 3+ years of experience in software integration and testing, including test plan and test script development
• One of the following certifications is required prior to starting:
  • AWS Solutions Architect - Associate
  • AWS Developer - Associate
  • AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional

*Possession of a Cloud certification is required and will be verified as part of the interview or offer process.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph is required.

• 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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Target Salary Range

$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.

Benefits Statement

• Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

EEO

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