Senior Software Engineer, TS/SCI w/poly

Peraton; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 146,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage

25 days of PTO accrued annually

Eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Maryland is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer. This role involves designing secure software solutions and enhancing system security while performing software development and testing. Candidates should have 20 years of experience in software engineering, a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, and an active TS/SCI security clearance. Competitive salary range of $146,000 - $234,000, excellent benefits and 25 days of PTO are offered.

Qualifications

• 20 years of experience as a Software Engineer on similar programs.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with current polygraph required.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and operate software solutions.
• Conduct ongoing security testing and participate in code reviews.
• Debug, design, and develop new software applications.
• Provide engineering recommendations and design solutions.

Skills

Software Engineering

Security Practices

Java

C

C++

RESTful Services

Kubernetes

Open Source Databases

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Job description

Responsibilities

The team is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Software Engineer to design, develop, and secure next-generation software systems. This role focuses on implementing advanced security techniques in alignment with the Technical Reference Architecture, ensuring resilient, high-performing solutions that directly support mission success.

• Design, implement, test, and operate software solutions that integrate advanced security practices.
• Conduct ongoing security testing and participate in code reviews to enhance both system security and feature functionality.
• Debug, design, and develop new software applications, as well as modify and optimize existing systems.
• Provide engineering recommendations and design solutions to mitigate potential security risks.
• Contribute at all levels of the architecture, ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Develop and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation for long-term system sustainability.
• Collaborate with team members to share expertise, promote secure coding practices, and foster innovation.
• Stay adaptable by building familiarity with emerging tools, frameworks, and best practices to continuously improve development workflows.

This is more than just a software engineering role—it's an opportunity to shape secure systems that have a meaningful impact. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values technical excellence, continuous learning, and innovative problem-solving. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, are passionate about secure software development, and want to make a tangible difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Twenty (20) years of experience as a Software Engineer (SWE) on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Note: Four (4) additional years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with Open Source (NoSQL) databases such as HBase, Accumulo, or BigTable.
• At least six (6) years of experience within the most recent eight (8) years developing production software for Solaris or Linux environments.
• Six (6) years of software development experience using Java, C, or C++.
• Proven experience designing and developing RESTful services.
• Demonstrated expertise in Java development.
• Experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration.
• Previous experience developing analytics applications.

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 participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Target Salary Range

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.