Mid-level Full Stack Software Engineer - SATCOM

Peraton; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a Mid-level Full Stack Software Engineer - SATCOM in Colorado Springs to contribute to secure, scalable satellite ground communications. You will help design backend services, manage PostgreSQL schemas, and participate in frontend tasks using TypeScript.

The role emphasizes collaboration with MBSE/test teams, Agile delivery, and robust deployment via containerization. You will work on platform services enabling secure data transport and integration, applying modern MBSE

Qualifications

• Degree/experience mix as listed: 7+ years with Associate, 5+ with Bachelor, 3+ with Master; additional 4 years in lieu of a degree.
• Must hold minimum Top-Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI and maintain clearance.
• Proficient Python backend development.
• Experience in PostgreSQL design, SQL queries, triggers, and stored functions.
• Experience with microservice architecture and security (OAuth 2.0, JWT).
• Frontend development experience with TypeScript and modern UI frameworks.
• Experience with Git-based source control (GitHub or GitLab).
• Solid understanding of Agile Scrum methodologies.
• Working knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Knowledge of event- or message-driven architectures.
• RBAC/ABAC access-control concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop backend services in Python (APIs, automation, service components).
• Build and maintain PostgreSQL structures (queries, triggers, functions).
• Implement microservices and security (OAuth 2.0, JWT).
• Contribute to frontend using TypeScript and modern frameworks.
• Participate in Agile practices: sprint planning, code reviews, iterative delivery.
• Assist in production issue investigations and resolutions.
• Use Git-based workflows and collaborate on code reviews.
• Work with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm for containerized deployments.

Skills

Python

PostgreSQL

Microservices

TypeScript

Git-based workflows

Agile methodologies

Docker/Kubernetes/Helm

RBAC/ABAC

OAuth 2.0 / JWT

Education

Associate degree in Software Engineering/CS/Systems Engineering or related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

GitHub

GitLab

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

PostgreSQL tooling

Job description

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or related field and 7+ years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years of experience; OR Master’s degree in a related field and 3+ years of experience. An additional four (4) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top-Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI. The candidate must maintain the clearance
• Proficient in Python software development for backend applications.
• Experience in PostgreSQL database design and development, including SQL queries, triggers, and stored functions.
• Experience in microservice architecture and security mechanisms such as OAuth 2.0 and JWT.
• Experience supporting frontend development using TypeScript and modern UI frameworks.
• Experience with Git‑based source control systems, including GitHub or GitLab.
• Understanding of Agile Scrum methodologies and software development practices.
• Working knowledge of containerization and orchestration using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.
• Working knowledge of message‑driven or event‑driven software development concepts.
• Working knowledge of RBAC and ABAC access‑control techniques.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience investigating and helping resolve issues in production or operational environments.
• Experience contributing to integration activities with customers or partners.
• Experience collaborating with MBSE or test engineering teams.
• Ability to learn new tools, technologies, and frameworks to support evolving project needs.

Benefits:

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, 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 participatein an attractive bonus plan

Peraton is delivering advanced mission planning, digital engineering, and command‑and‑control capabilities supporting the U.S. Government’s space communications enterprise. Our team uses modern MBSE practices to translate mission needs into precise, traceable, and verifiable technical requirements across a complex, multi‑system environment.

As a Mid-level Full Stack Software Engineer - SATCOM, you will support the design and development of platform services that enable secure, scalable, and reliable satellite ground communications and data‑transport capabilities. You will contribute to frontend and backend components, participate in technical discussions, and help ensure software solutions align with system requirements and program objectives. In this role, you will work with cross‑functional engineering teams to implement features, resolve issues, and support ongoing platform integration.

What you’ll do:

• Develop backend services in Python, including APIs, automation logic, and service‑level components.
• Build and maintain PostgreSQL database structures such as SQL queries, triggers, and stored functions.
• Implement microservices and security mechanisms including OAuth 2.0 and JWT.
• Contribute to frontend development activities using TypeScript and modern component‑based web frameworks.
• Participate in Agile software development activities, including sprint planning, code reviews, and iterative delivery.
• Support investigation and resolution of production issues using structured troubleshooting practices.
• Use Git‑based version control systems and collaborate with engineering teams on code review processes.
• Work with Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm to support containerized application deployment.