Software Engineer

Peraton; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton is seeking qualified Software Engineers to support NORAD/USSPACECOM operations at the Cheyenne Mountain Complex. The role involves developing, integrating, testing, and sustaining mission-critical applications in classified DoD environments.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience, a TS/SCI clearance, and expertise in Java or Python, Agile, and DevSecOps. Collaboration across engineering, cybersecurity, and operations teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s with required years of experience in relevant DoD/IC domains.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with eligibility required.
• Experience with DoD/IC space, missile defense, or C2 environments.
• Proficiency in Java or Python and integration/testing/troubleshooting.
• Experience with Agile development and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience on Linux and/or Windows development environments.
• Experience with Git, GitLab, Jenkins; familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, test, and maintain mission-critical software.
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, integration, and operations teams.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies; support design reviews and demos.
• Support software integration across distributed systems and enterprise environments.
• Create technical documentation, interface definitions, and deployment procedures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve software defects and operational issues.
• Contribute to secure coding practices and compliance in classified environments.
• Support modernization, scalability, and performance improvements.

Skills

Java

Python

DevSecOps

CI/CD

Git/GitLab/Jenkins

Agile

Linux/Windows

Education

Bachelor’s degree +5 years

Master’s +3 years

TS/SCI clearance

Tools

Git

GitLab

Jenkins

Docker

Kubernetes

Jira/Confluence

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking incumbent and external qualified candidates to support North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyene Mountain Complex (NCMC) – Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (NCMC-ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract III (NISSC III).

Please note that this is contingent upon contract award, withan anticipateddecision expected mid to late 2026

Qualified candidates will helpoperate, maintain, and sustain critical national mission systems to deliver resilient strategic threat warning and space capabilities as part of a world-wide architecture, providing strategic warning that our nation depends on during a conflict. This program willprovidean opportunity to exploit the capabilities inherent in our diverse national systems to better meet the needs of the national command authority and warfighters to detect, track, and respond to strategic threats through 2030 and beyond

The Software Engineer will support development, integration, modernization, testing, and sustainment of mission-critical applications and services supporting NORAD and USSPACECOM operations within the Cheyenne Mountain Complex environment. This role will contribute to Agile software development activities across complex operational and developmental environments supporting space, missile warning, command-and-control, and enterprise mission systems. The ideal candidate willpossessexperience developing and integrating secure applications within classified DoD environments while collaborating closely with systems engineering, cybersecurity, integration, and operations teams to improve mission capability, system performance, and operational reliability.

Please note this position is contingent upon contract award, withan anticipatedaward timeline aligned to program transition activities.

Responsibilities

• Support software development activities across the full software development lifecycle including design, development, integration, testing, deployment, sustainment, and modernization

• Develop,maintain, troubleshoot, and enhance mission applications, backend services, APIs, automation capabilities, and operational tools

• Participate in Agile software development activities including sprint planning, backlog refinement, code reviews, and technical demonstrations

• Support integration of software capabilities across distributed systems, mission applications, databases, and enterprise environments

• Develop andmaintaintechnical documentation, software designs, interface definitions, and deployment procedures

• Support troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and resolution of software defects and operational issues

• Collaborate with systems engineering, cybersecurity, integration, and operations teams to support mission readiness and operational effectiveness

• Support software testing, verification and validation activities, and operational readiness assessments

• Participate inDevSecOpsand CI/CD activities supporting secure software delivery pipelines

• Support modernization and continuous improvement initiatives focused on scalability, maintainability, security, and system performance

• Ensure compliance with security, configuration management, and software quality standards within classified operational environments

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5+ years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.Additional four (4)years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree

• ActiveTop Secretclearance with SCI eligibility required, ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI accessrequired

• Experience developing software applications within DoD, Intelligence Community, space, missile defense, or command-and-control environments

• Experience with one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, or similar

• Experience supporting software integration, testing, and troubleshooting activities

• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies andDevSecOpsprinciples

• Experience working within Linux and/or Windows development environments

• Experience using version control and CI/CD tools such as Git, GitLab, Jenkins, or similar platforms

• Ability to collaborate across engineering, cybersecurity, integration, and operational support teams

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting NORAD, USSPACECOM, Space Force, missile warning, or space domain awareness missions

• Experience supporting satellite ground systems, command-and-control systems, or enterprise mission systems

• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes

• Experience with cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments

• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, GitLab, Maven, Gradle, or related development tools

• Experience supporting software integration and testing activities in classified operational environments

• Familiarity with cybersecurity and secure coding best practices

• Security+ orotherDoD 8140/8570 compliant certification preferred

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

$104,000 - $166,000. 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.