Senior Applications Developer

Peraton; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a software engineer based in Germantown, Maryland. The role involves building and enhancing enterprise solutions, executing Jira migrations to the Atlassian Cloud, and mentoring junior developers. Ideal candidates will have 12 years of experience in software engineering.

Key qualifications include proficiency in Java, experience in Azure development, and the ability to guide teams to high-quality delivery. A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.

Qualifications

• 12 years of experience in software engineering or related field.
• Experience designing and maintaining custom Jira solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Java and relational databases.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain custom enterprise solutions in Jira and Azure.
• Lead migration of Jira from Data Center to Atlassian Cloud.
• Conduct requirements analysis and produce technical documentation.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

SQL

Azure Development

Cyber Security

Agile Methodologies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Jira

Azure DevOps

Visual Studio

Eclipse

Oracle BI

Job description

Responsibilities

• Build, enhance, and maintain custom enterprise solutions in Jira, Java-based applications, and Azure .NET custom web applications
• Lead and execute the migration of Jira and Confluence from Data Center to Atlassian Cloud
• Apply software updates, patches, and security remediations to Jira, Confluence, and WebSphere environments
• Integrate Jira with external tools, systems, and workflows to support operational requirements
• Provide technical mentorship, guidance, and subject matter expertise to junior and mid-level developers on the team
• Modernize and re-platform applications written in legacy technologies to current, supported platforms
• Conduct requirements analysis and translate business needs into detailed technical specifications and design documentation
• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve complex technical issues across existing application environments, including response to Cyber security alerts affecting IIS and web servers
• Produce clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation throughout all phases of the development lifecycle
• Communicate effectively with government clients, end users, and team members via video conference, telephone, and in-person meetings
• Coordinate and lead development activities across team members to ensure timely and high‑quality delivery

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a closely related field with 12 years experience. 16 years with a HS Diploma, 10 years with a Master's, 7 years with a PhD
• Experience designing, developing, testing, and maintaining custom Jira solutions, including Jira Application Administration
• Hands‑on software development experience, with demonstrated proficiency in Java and JavaScript
• Experience working with relational databases, including SQL and SQL Managed Instance
• Experience with version control systems, development frameworks, and application development tooling
• 4‑6+ years of advanced Azure developer experience, including Azure App Service, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure DevOps
• 4‑6+ years of experience with Atlassian Cloud, including hands‑on experience migrating Jira and Confluence from Data Center to Atlassian Cloud

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Java, .NET, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, C++, C#, SQL, Oracle BI, and PowerShell
• Experience with development tools including Eclipse, Atlassian Custom Developer Tools, Azure DevOps, and Visual Studio
• Demonstrated experience with IIS and web server administration, including troubleshooting based on Cyber security alerts
• Working knowledge of ServiceNow for ticket and incident management
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform
• Strong proficiency in SQL Stored Procedures and relational database design
• Demonstrated ability to analyze existing application architectures across a variety of platforms and recommend improvements
• Experience with Agile Scrum methodologies, including use of Jira for sprint and backlog management

Other

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce professional technical documentation and engage effectively with government clients and stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead development activities with minimal supervision
• US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DOE Clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal government IT environments, particularly within the Department of Energy or a similar civilian agency
• Familiarity with business analysis practices, including stakeholder engagement, process documentation, and requirements elicitation
• Experience with Oracle BI reporting and dashboard development
• Demonstrated experience leading application modernization initiatives, including re‑platforming legacy systems to cloud‑native or modern web architectures
• Experience with project management principles and the ability to coordinate multi‑developer efforts across concurrent workstreams
• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and secure software development practices applicable to federal environments
• Experience with WebSphere application server administration and maintenance
• Prior experience in a technical mentorship or team lead capacity within a managed services or government contracting environment

EEO

Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.