Lead Full Stack Software Engineer

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.ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking a highly motivated Lead Full Stack Software Engineer to architect the technical design and development of cloud-based SIGINT microservices. This is a unique opportunity to contribute directly to an operational mission for our Intelligence Community customers while gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies.As the technical lead for our innovative team, you will provide direction and collaborate with top-tier engineers, and work with advanced development tools, as you play a key role in enhancing the security and effectiveness of national intelligence efforts. Be part of something greater, as you work to design, develop, and deploy state-of-the-art cloud-based software solutions that make a difference.Key Responsibilities:Customer Engagement: Interface regularly with project managers and customers, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively.Design, Develop, Deploy: Support Collaborate Across Teams: Partner with end-user Analysts, Systems Engineers, and fellow Software Engineers to plan, design, and develop complex electronic data processing systems that deliver value to the Intelligence Community.Agile Development: Implement software solutions using a fast-paced Agile methodology, continuously iterating and enhancing capabilities.Advanced Tech Stack: Work with modern frameworks and tools, including Java, Spring Boot/Spring Framework, Angular/Typescript, MongoDB, Docker, Kubernetes, and more.Continuous Integration & Delivery: Leverage CI/CD tools (i.e. GitLab, GitLab Pipelines) to continuously build, test, and integrate software with efficiency and precision.QualificationsRequired Qualifications:8+ years with BS/BA, 6 years with MS/MA, 3 years with PhD.Additional 4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.Top Secret/SCI Clearance with CI poly (active/current) - U.S. Citizenship RequiredExperience defining technical roadmaps, planning resources, and aligning engineering tasks with Customer goalsBack-end development experience with Java (Spring/Spring Boot Framework)Proficiency in front-end technologies: HTML, CSS, JavaScript (frameworks like Angular, React or Vue.js)Hands-on experience with databases; MongoDB, MySQL, PostgreSQL or similar.GitLab (Pipelines, Automated CI/CD, SonarQube, SAST, Code Scanning, NexusIQ, Dependency Scanning)Experience with cloud services like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.Experience with containerized systemsExperience with CI/CD pipelines DevOps practices.Security+ Certification or ability to obtain within 90 daysDesired Qualifications:Understanding of systems engineering principles and documentationKubernetes (RKE/RKE2), Docker, HelmMessaging Platforms (RabbitMQ or similar)PKI Authentication/Certificates, Keycloak, OIDCObservability tools (Grafana, Loki, Prometheus, Alert Managers)Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence), Cucumber/SeleniumJava 17, JUnit 5, Mockito.Travel:10% to attend Customer hosted quarterly PMRsBenefits: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, ten company holidays per year, annual merit assessments, and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.Target Salary Range$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.Benefits StatementPeraton 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.Application StatementsThe application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Job SummaryRequisition ID: 2026-171111Position Category: Information TechnologyClearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly