Systems Engineering, Senior Advisor (Data Flow Engineer)

Peraton; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 176,000 - 282,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Heavily subsidized employee benefits

25 days PTO annually

Attractive bonus plan

Job summary

Peraton is seeking a mid-level to Senior Data Flow Engineer in Annapolis Junction, Maryland. This role involves designing, implementing, and troubleshooting large-scale data flows using NiagaraFiles. Candidates must have 17 years of relevant SE experience and a Bachelor's degree.

Offering enhanced benefits, Peraton provides robust employee support, including a competitive salary range of $176,000 - $282,000, along with additional bonuses and PTO. Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 17 years experience as a Software Engineer in similar programs.
• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement complex data flows with NiagaraFiles.
• Troubleshoot data flow issues for reliability and compliance.
• Provide technical support in a Linux environment.

Skills

Data Flow Design

Linux Support

Troubleshooting

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

SE experience

Tools

NiagaraFiles

Virtual Systems

Job description

Job Details

Requisition ID: 2025-160322

Position Category: Engineering

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Job Locations: US‑MD‑Annapolis Junction

Responsibilities

The Corp‑DDS team is looking for a mid‑level to Senior Data Flow Engineer to join our team. They would be responsible for the design, implementation and troubleshooting of large, complex data flows using the NiagaraFiles software application.

Perform evaluations of existing data flows to optimize performance and ensure flows meet compliance standards. Interface with team management providing recommendations for future hardware/software needs to meet expanding systems performance requirements. Provide technical support in a Linux environment to include installation of software, problem resolution, and network support related to computer hardware, Virtual Systems and the NiagaraFiles software application. Evaluate data formatting or software issues affecting data flows and work with Engineers and developers to identify solutions.

• Design, implement, and maintain complex, large‑scale data flows leveraging the NiagaraFiles software application.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot data flow issues to ensure reliability, efficiency, and compliance with established standards.
• Conduct evaluations of existing data flows, recommending and implementing performance optimizations.
• Partner with leadership to assess future system demands, providing informed recommendations on hardware and software upgrades to support scalability.
• Deliver technical support in a Linux environment, including software installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and network support across hardware, virtual systems, and NiagaraFiles.
• Analyze data formatting and software issues impacting data flows, collaborating with engineers and developers to implement effective solutions.
• Provide customer‑facing support, addressing data flow questions and ensuring smooth mission operations.

Additional Requirements

• Participate in a rotating on‑call support schedule (approximately one week every 6‑8 weeks), with occasional on‑site response required for critical system issues.

Qualifications

• Seventeen (17) years experience as a SE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type and complexity is required.
• Bachelor's degree in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required.
• Five (5) years of additional SE experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph is required.

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 participation in an attractive bonus plan.

Target Salary Range: $176,000 - $282,000. 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

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