Cloud Software Engineer Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Peraton; Maryland; On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage

25 days of PTO

Eligibility for a bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer based in Maryland to support a mission-critical service delivering software security solutions. In this role, you will design and maintain cloud-based software, ensuring secure and scalable operations.

Ideal candidates will have at least 8 years of software engineering experience, an active TS/SCI clearance, and certifications in AWS or Kubernetes. Peraton offers competitive salaries ranging from $112,000 to $179,000 along with extensive benefits including PTO and medical coverage.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph is required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Experience across the software development lifecycle including design, development, integration, testing, and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-based software solutions.
• Support full lifecycle software engineering including design, integration, testing, and sustainment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software and system issues.

Skills

Java

Linux development environment

Docker

Kubernetes

Python

Ansible

MongoDB or similar database technologies

Git

Education

8+ years of relevant experience

Tools

DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification

AWS Certified Developer - Associate

AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional

Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

Elastic Certified Engineer

Job description

Program Overview

Provides IC data management support to modernize mega data repositories, dataflow management, data provenance and compliance validation, and streaming solutions.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to support a mission‑critical enterprise service delivering software security solutions across customer enclaves. This role supports a cloud‑based platform leveraging microservices and containerized technologies to enable secure, scalable, and resilient operations.

The engineer will work within a collaborative team environment, partnering with cross‑agency stakeholders to design, develop, and sustain enterprise software capabilities in support of national security missions.

What You’ll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud‑based software solutions
• Support full lifecycle software engineering including design, integration, testing, and sustainment
• Contribute to architecture and design reviews
• Troubleshoot and resolve software and system issues
• Support system enhancements, performance optimization, and reliability improvements
• Collaborate with team members to review and refine software components
• Assist in shaping technical approaches, timelines, and project scope

Technical Skills

• Java
• Linux development environment
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Python
• Ansible
• MongoDB or similar database technologies
• Git

Benefits

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

$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 Statement

Peraton 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 https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application Process

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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph is required.
• No degree required; 8+ years of relevant experience required.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Experience across the software development lifecycle including design, development, integration, testing, and maintenance.
• DoD 8570 IAT Level I certification (Security+ or higher)
• One of the following certifications is required:
  • AWS Certified Developer - Associate
  • AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
  • Elastic Certified Engineer
• Candidates must provide proof of certifications during the screening or offer process.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Pig scripting.

EEO Statement

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