Cloud Software Engineer, Advisor

Peraton; United States; On-site; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 25 days

Bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to join our Cyber Intelligence team in Laurel, MD. You will design, develop, and deploy cloud-based software services on AWS, scale systems, and drive secure, resilient architectures in an Agile environment.

With 8+ years of experience and an active TS/SCI clearance, you will mentor engineers and shape next‑generation cyber capabilities running on large compute clusters. Recruitment includes strong benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI with polygraph is required.
• 8+ years of directly related software development/engineering experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or in a related technical field is required.
• Master's degree will be considered equivalent to two years of experience.
• Must have one of the following Cloud Developer Certifications: AWS Certified Developer-Associate, AWS DevOps Engineer Professional, Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD), Elastic Certified Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and integrate complex software capabilities in a cloud environment.
• Lead efforts in performance tuning, system optimization, and cloud-native architecture.
• Support full lifecycle software engineering in an Agile/Scrum setting.
• Develop scalable, secure, and resilient services using AWS technologies and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Perform operations and sustainment functions to ensure mission continuity.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers when needed.

Skills

AWS Cloud

AI/ML Integration

IaC & DevOps

Java (distributed systems)

Kubernetes

Cloud Security

Scripting (Python)

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Master's degree equivalence (2 years)

Tools

CloudFormation

Terraform

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Responsibilities

Location: Laurel, MD | Clearance: Active TS/SCI with Polygraph | Company: Peraton

Are you passionate about building cutting-edge cloud solutions that support national security? Do you thrive in fast-paced, mission-driven environments? Peraton is seeking a talented and skilled Cloud Software Engineer to join our Cyber Intelligence team in Laurel, MD. As part of a collaborative, high-impact integrated product development team, you'll work on next-generation cyber capabilities hosted on large-scale compute clusters and AWS Cloud infrastructure. This is your chance to help shape innovative services that make a real difference.

What You'll Do:

• Design, develop, test, and integrate complex software capabilities in a cloud environment
• Lead efforts in performance tuning, system optimization, and cloud-native architecture
• Support full lifecycle software engineering in an Agile/Scrum setting
• Develop scalable, secure, and resilient services using AWS technologies and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Perform operations and sustainment functions to ensure mission continuity
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to junior engineers when needed

Key Technologies & Skills:

• Cloud Expertise: Deep experience in AWS Cloud Architecture, SDKs, APIs, and cloud services integration
• AI/ML Integration: Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) frameworks
• IaC & DevOps: Hands-on with CloudFormation or Terraform, and modern CI/CD pipelines
• Programming Proficiency: Strong in Java for distributed systems with a solid grasp of networking, multi-threading, and concurrency
• Containers & Orchestration: Knowledge of Kubernetes and microservices architecture
• Security-Minded: Working knowledge of cloud security principles and compliance best practices
• Scripting & Systems: Competent in Linux environments with scripting skills in Python, Ruby, Perl, or similar

Why Join Us?

At Peraton, you're not just a number-you're a critical part of national defense and innovation. You'll collaborate with brilliant minds, take ownership of challenging projects, and have the opportunity to grow technically and professionally. We support career advancement, continuous learning, and offer competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

Position Requirements

• An Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required
• Eight (8) or more years of directly related experience in software development/engineering; including requirements analysis, software development, installation, integration, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, testing, and problem diagnosis/resolution
• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or in a related technical field is required
• A Master's degree in a Technical Field will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of experience
• Must have, or be willing to obtain prior to start, one of the following Cloud Developer Certifications:
• AWS Certified Developer-Associate
• AWS DevOps Engineer Professional
• Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
• Elastic Certified Engineer

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.

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.

EEO

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

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.