Cloud Software Engineer TS/SCI w Poly
Peraton · Laurel, MD, US ·
- Employment
- Contract
- Category
- Software engineering
- Experience
- 2+ years
Cloud Software EngineerLocation: Laurel, MD (On-site)Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Join Peraton’s Cyber Missions team and help power the future of national security.
We’re seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to support mission-critical operations within our dynamic Compute Team. You’ll be part of a collaborative group developing and optimizing a massively parallel enterprise platform that drives large-scale, data-intensive analytics.
What You'll Do:
Develop cloud-native software solutions using Java, working within a cutting-edge ecosystem of Kubernetes, Hadoop, Accumulo, and other open-source tools
Build and support scalable, distributed systems that manage and process vast amounts of mission data
Tackle complex technical challenges that directly impact national security efforts
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while also having the autonomy to drive projects independently
Learn and adapt to new technologies in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment
Who You Are:
A motivated Java developer with strong problem-solving skills and a sharp attention to detail
Equally comfortable working independently or in a team-oriented environment
Eager to learn and work with a wide range of tools and technologies as mission needs evolve
Tech Stack & Tools You’ll Use:
Java, Kubernetes, Hadoop, Accumulo
Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS)
Cloud-native architectures
Agile development methodologies
Why Peraton:
Work on high-impact programs that truly matter
Join a team that values innovation, integrity, and initiative
Access professional growth opportunities in one of the fastest-growing areas of tech and defense
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Required Qualifications:
Experience: Minimum 8 years in software development/engineering, including requirements analysis, development, installation, integration, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Education:
Bachelor’s in Computer Science or related technical field is required
Master’s in a technical field is acceptable and will count towards 2 years of experience.
In lieu of the degree, we can accept an additional 4 years of experience.
Technical Skills:
Proficient in Java and database technologies (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
Experience with MapReduce frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Hive, Pig).
Familiar with Linux development, Docker, Kubernetes, Python, and Ansible.
AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional
Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
Elastic Certified Engineer
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with microservices and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)
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.
Possession of a Cloud and DoD8571 IAT Level II certifications are required and will be verified as part of the interview or offer process.
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.