Cyber Software Engineer, Senior Advisor

Peraton; Jessup (MD); On-site; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join their team, focusing on national security missions. In this role, you will analyze user requirements and design software that meets stringent performance standards. You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies, contributing to projects that protect our nation and allies. The company offers a supportive environment with enhanced benefits, including generous PTO and a competitive salary range. If you are passionate about tackling complex challenges and making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Heavily subsidized employee benefits

25 days of PTO accrued annually

Participation in an attractive bonus plan

Qualifications

• 14 years of experience as a Software Engineer in similar programs.
• Experience developing applications using high-level languages.

Responsibilities

• Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance standards.
• Design, modify, and debug new and existing software.

Skills

C++

Python

Linux

Shell Scripting

SQL

Network Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Physics

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Job description

Responsibilities

The Software Engineer will be responsible for analyzing user requirements to derive software design and performance standards for one or more software development teams, ensuring quality, and that work is completed in accordance with constraints of the software development process being used. Responsibilities include the design, modification, and debugging of new and existing software while integrating into new or modified systems or operating environments.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited college or university with fourteen (14) years' experience as a Software Engineer in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Experience developing applications and utilities using high-level languages including C++, Python, etc.
• Proven experience with Linux and shell scripting (e.g., bash, Perl, Ruby).
• TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is required.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiarity with SQL databases and developing queries.
• Understanding of network communication (e.g., OSI model), communication protocols (TCP, UDP, etc.), network security infrastructure (IPsec, MACsec, TLS, etc.), and network sockets programming.

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, including heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and participation in an attractive bonus plan.

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.

Target Salary Range

$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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