External Job Posting Title Junior Software Engineer

Peraton; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Software Engineer II in Herndon, VA to support a large classified program developing, operating, and maintaining mission-critical enterprise capabilities. The role emphasizes agile, DevOps, and test-driven development practices.

You will contribute to Java full-stack development, maintain platform applications, and collaborate in a SCIF environment. A BS with 2+ years (or MS with relevant experience) is required, with active TS/SCI or eligibility preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an area relevant to the position with 2+ years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree in an area relevant to the position; an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• ActiveTS/SCI or SCI eligibility and active polygraph or ability to obtain a polygraph
• Strong foundational knowledge working with Java OOP development
• Willingness to learn and become an effective team member
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Full-time work in a SCIF

Responsibilities

• Apply agile development processes to implement features as defined by user stories, 3-week Sprints/3 Month Spins.
• Development using Java full stack.
• Develop/maintain platform related applications and libraries.
• Develop/maintain existing applications as requirements are requested and when updates are required.
• Resolve database issues and in creating new features/functionality for existing database.

Skills

Java OOP development

Strong communication skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

PostgreSQL

SQL

Python

React

JavaScript

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking a Software Engineer II in our Herndon, VA location to support a large software development classified program developing, operating, and maintaining mission critical enterprise capabilities. Program includes development and support for existing mission systems in parallel with effort to develop and deliver modernized cloud native, microservice-based products. Team applies Agile methodology, DevOps principles and behavior and test-driven development practices.

Responsibilities:

• Candidate will apply agile development processes to implement features as defined by user stories, 3-week Sprints/3 Month Spins.
• Development using Java full stack.
• Develop/maintain platform related applications and libraries.
• Develop/maintain existing applications as requirements are requested and when updates are required.
• Candidate will resolve database issues and in creating new features/functionality for existing database.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in an area relevant to the position with 2+ years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree in an area relevant to the position; an additional 4 years of relevant experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree.
• ActiveTS/SCI or SCI eligibility and active polygraph or ability to obtain a polygraph
• Strong foundational knowledge working with Java OOP development.
• Willingness to learn and become an effective team member.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Full-time work in a SCIF

Desired Qualifications:

• An already active TS/SCI security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience with the systems engineering life-cycle.
• Previous hands-on experience through coursework or internships.
• Previous hands‑on coding experience with Python, React, Javascript, Postgres, & SQL.

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

$80,000 - $128,000. 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.