Cloud Software Engineer Jr. - TS/SCI w/Poly

Peraton; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is hiring a Cloud Software Engineer Jr. at their Annapolis Junction, MD facility. This role requires an active TS/SCI clearance and offers the chance to develop cloud-based applications for national security. Required qualifications include five years of software engineering experience or a relevant bachelor's degree. Salary ranges from $86,000 to $138,000 based on experience and location. Additionally, this position allows for onsite work with some telework flexibility depending on tasking.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph is required.
• Five years of experience in software development/engineering or related technical experience.
• Exposure to relevant programming languages and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Developing and enhancing cloud-based applications supporting national security operations.
• Working in a collaborative Agile environment with DevOps tools and modern cloud technologies.

Skills

Java development

Git or GitLab

Full-stack development

REST APIs

JSON

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Mathematics

Information Systems

Engineering

Tools

React

Vue.js

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

GitLab CI/CD

Jenkins

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Cloud Software Engineer Jr. - TS/SCI w/Poly

Job Locations: US-MD-Annapolis Junction

Requisition ID: 2026-165899

Position Category: Information Technology

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to support our Cyber Mission business unit in Annapolis Junction, MD. In this role, you will contribute to developing and enhancing cloud-based applications that directly support national security operations. You'll work in a collaborative Agile environment leveraging DevOps tools and modern cloud technologies to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions. This role is ideal for junior engineers with an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph who are looking to grow their skills in a mission-driven environment. This position is performed onsite at a contractor facility, with telework flexibility based on tasking and customer approval.

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph is required
• Five (5) years of experience in software development/engineering or related technical experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field may substitute for two (2) years of experience
• Acceptable fields include Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar
• Experience with Java development (academic or professional)
• Experience using Git or GitLab

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to full-stack development (Java and/or JavaScript)
• Familiarity with React or Vue.js
• Experience working with REST APIs and JSON
• Familiarity with MongoDB
• Exposure to Docker and containerization concepts
• Familiarity with Kubernetes or other container orchestration tools
• Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins)
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
• One of the following certifications is desired: AWS Certified Developer - Associate, AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional, Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

Additional Requirements

A cloud certification is required and will be verified during the interview or offer process.

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.

EEO

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