Entry-Level Software Engineer — Ignite Innovators Program

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton, a national security-focused company, is seeking an entry-level Software Engineering Associate for its Ignite Innovators Program in Herndon, VA or Blacksburg, VA. This two-year tech leadership track bridges college graduates to national security missions with hands-on training on modern stacks.

You’ll contribute in an Agile environment, working with Java, Python, C++, and related technologies, while growing core engineering skills and security-minded practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, software engineering, or a related field by December 2026.
• 0–2+ years of software engineering experience with a solid foundation in object-oriented development.
• Proficiency in Java, Python, C++, or similar languages; strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design leading-edge technology solutions in cybersecurity, satellite ground systems, information management, cloud computing, and AI/ML.
• Develop these solutions across the software lifecycle in an Agile environment.
• Test solutions in cybersecurity, satellite systems, information management, cloud computing, and AI/ML.
• Collaborate with team members to influence project direction in an Agile setting.
• Support requirements, software architecture/design, development, and unit testing.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Adaptability

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science/engineering or related field

Tools

Java

Python

C++

Web frameworks

Database technologies

Web services

Web application servers

Ansible

Docker

Rancher

Job description

Peraton, a national security-focused company, is seeking an entry-level Software Engineering Associate for its Ignite Innovators Program in Herndon, VA or Blacksburg, VA. This two-year tech leadership track bridges college graduates to national security missions with hands-on training on modern stacks.

You’ll contribute in an Agile environment, working with Java, Python, C++, and related technologies, while growing core engineering skills and security-minded practices.