Software Engineer (Clearance Required)

Peraton; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton in Colorado Springs is seeking a Software Engineer to support NORAD and critical national mission systems. The role involves developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting software applications, as well as collaborating with various teams to ensure operational readiness.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and relevant experience, along with an Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. The salary range for this position is $86,000 - $138,000, based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience, or 0+ years with Master's degree.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Foundational experience in DoD, aerospace, cyber, or IT environments.
• Experience with programming languages like Java, Python, or C++.
• Familiarity with software testing and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevSecOps.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain mission applications and backend services.
• Participate in Agile software development activities.
• Support integration of software capabilities across systems.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of software issues.
• Collaborate with various engineering and operations teams.

Skills

Java

Python

C++

Agile methodologies

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

Git

CI/CD tools

Linux

Windows

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Software Engineer (Clearance Required)

Job Locations: US-CO-Colorado Springs

Requisition Details

Requisition ID: 2026-167078
Position Category: Information Technology
Clearance: Top Secret/SCI

Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking incumbent and external qualified candidates to support North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC) - Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (NCMC-ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract III (NISSC III). Qualified candidates will help operate, maintain, and sustain critical national mission systems to deliver resilient strategic threat warning and space capabilities as part of a worldwide architecture, providing strategic warning that our nation depends on during a conflict. This program will provide an 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.

• 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 and maintain technical 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 in DevSecOps and 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 2+ years of relevant experience, or 0+ years with Master's degree; additional four (4) years of experience in lieu of degree will be considered.
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility required; ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI access required.
• Foundational experience developing software applications within DoD, aerospace, cyber, enterprise IT, or mission-focused environments.
• Experience with one or more programming languages such as Java, Python, C++, or similar.
• Familiarity with software integration, testing, troubleshooting, and debugging activities.
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies and DevSecOps concepts.
• Experience working within Linux and/or Windows development environments.
• Familiarity with 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.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

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.
• Exposure to cloud and hybrid infrastructure environments.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, GitLab, Maven, Gradle, or related development tools.
• Experience supporting software integration and testing activities within operational or classified environments.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity and secure coding best practices.
• Security+, Linux, cloud, or related technical certifications preferred.

Target Salary Range

$86,000 - $138,000. 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.