Software Developer - Python/Java

ResponsibilitiesPeraton is seeking a Software Engineer in our Chantilly, VA office in support of our Intelligence Community customer as part of a highly talented, highly motivated and high-performing team. As part of the systems engineering team, you will be supporting the Enterprise Xcelerator Lab, a research & development laboratory catered to mission integration and user engagement. You will be working with other agencies and industry partners that involves design, development, integration, test, and deployment of exciting and complex systems in an Agile construct to contribute to mission success for a variety of stakeholders. Join us and be part of the next generation of innovators as we blaze a trail forward for our profession and companyWhat you’ll do:Conduct research in design, development, testing and utilization of electronic data processing software.Design, develop, document, test and debug applications software and systems that contain logical and mathematical solutions.Conduct multidisciplinary research and collaborate with equipment designers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of electronic data processing systems for product and commercial software.Determine computer user needs; analyze system capabilities to resolve problems on program intent, output requirements, input data acquisition, programming techniques and controls; prepare operating instructions.Ensure software standards are met.Analyze user needs and software requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints.Confer with systems analysts, engineers, programmers and others to design system and to obtain information on project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements and interfaces.Design, develop and modify software systems, using scientific analysis and mathematical models to predict and measure outcomes and consequences of design.Coordinate software system installations and monitor system functioning to ensure specifications are met.QualificationsRequired qualifications: Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience. Additional four (4) years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree will be considered. This position requires an active TS/SCI clearance with poly. The candidate must maintain the clearance.Experience developing secure and well-tested API using Python/Java Experience developing frontends using JavaScript frameworksExperience maintaining, monitoring, and debugging software deployed in the cloud, preferably AWSExperience developing performant relational database designsExperience working with Git and with web-based repositories such at Bitbucket or GitLabActive or ability to obtain a DoD 8570 certification, including Security+ or CISSP, within 6 months of start dateDesired qualifications: Experience working with Restful API'sExperience working with AWS services: EC2, ECS, RDS, S3, CloudWatch, or Amazon WorkspacesExperience developing in a *nix environment and familiarity with basic and advanced terminal commands Experience containerizing software with DockerExperience working with CI/CD pipelinesExperience working in an Agile development processExperience managing Elasticsearch, reindexing and data mappings, JSON and KQL searching syntax, and Kibana dashboard optionsBenefits: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 eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.Peraton OverviewPeraton 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.Target Salary Range$86,000 - $138,000. 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.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-165963Position Category: Information TechnologyClearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly