Cloud Software Engineer, TS/SCI w/Poly

Peraton; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Senior Cloud Software Engineer to develop and maintain critical cloud solutions. This role demands a strong background in software development, with a focus on problem-solving and technical mentorship. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or relevant experience, an active TS/SCI clearance, and cloud certifications. Salary ranges from $146,000 to $234,000 based on experience and skills, providing an excellent package for capable engineers.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph.
• Experience across the full software lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud-based software solutions.
• Solve complex technical challenges focusing on reliability and performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.

Skills

Cloud software development

Problem-solving

Technical mentorship

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Cloud Developer Certification

Tools

AWS Certified Developer – Associate

Kubernetes

Job description

Cloud Software Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a talented Cloud Software Engineer to join our elite Cyber Missions team, where you'll build and sustain mission‑critical cloud solutions that make a real impact. In this role, you'll work at a high level of technical independence while collaborating with a team of experts tackling complex, high‑value challenges.

As a Cloud Software Engineer, you'll be involved across the full software lifecycle—from requirements analysis and design to development, integration, testing, deployment, and ongoing optimization. You'll design resilient, scalable cloud solutions that thoughtfully balance cost, performance, availability, and security, ensuring systems are both powerful and dependable.

You'll also have opportunities to influence technical direction by evaluating project needs, defining tasks and timelines, and producing high‑quality designs. As a senior contributor, you'll help mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your expertise and fostering strong engineering practices across the team.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, and maintain cloud‑based software solutions
• Solve complex technical challenges with a focus on reliability and performance
• Lead or contribute to architecture and design reviews
• Support integration, testing, troubleshooting, and system enhancements
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
• Help shape project scope, schedules, and technical approaches

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cloud engineer who enjoys ownership, collaboration, and building solutions that truly matter.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 6+ years of hands‑on software development experience across the full lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering). In lieu of a degree, an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be substituted.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph
• Cloud Developer Certification (required) – one or more of the following:
  • AWS Certified Developer – Associate
  • AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional
  • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
  • Elastic Certified Engineer

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.