The team is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer for a product development team. The candidate will have a primary focus on supporting all aspects of agile software design and development for products that are integrated into systems and AWS Cloud Infrastructure. Duties include design & development of new capabilities, testing, optimization & performance tuning, and operation & sustainment functions.
Core Required Competencies and Skills:
- Proficiency in using AWS SDKs and APIs
- Expertise in AWS Cloud Architecture design
- Experience with AWS Cloud, AWS server-less architecture, and development and deployment of cloud applications.
- Deep understanding of AWS Services, to include Lambdas functions
- Agile development experience with source code management practices and tools
- Expertise in Continuous Integration, Deployment, Testing and Monitoring practices
- Experience/knowledge in development of/with APIs
- Experience in the scripting language Python.
- Experience developing Angular applications
- Familiar with Git
- Strong Linux experience
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QualificationsBasic Qualifications:
- Shall have at least eight (8) years of experience in software development/engineering, including requirements analysis, software development, installation, integration, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, testing, and problem diagnosis/resolution.
- Shall have at least six (6) years of experience developing software with high level languages such as Java, C,C++
- Shall have at least five (5) years of experience developing software for UNIX/Linux (Redhat versions 3-5) operating systems.
- Shall have at least three (3) years of experience in software integration and software testing, to include developing and implementing test plans and test scripts.
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or in a related technical field is highly desired which will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of experience.
- A Master's degree in a Technical Field will be considered equivalent to four (4) years of experience.
- NOTE: A degree in Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar degree will be considered as a technical field.
One of the following certifications is required:
- AWS Certified Developer - Associate
- AWS DevOps Engineer Professional
- Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
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$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. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Skills Required
- At least eight years of software development or engineering experience, including requirements analysis, development, integration, testing, maintenance, and problem resolution.
- At least six years of software development experience using high-level languages such as Java, C, or C++.
- At least five years of software development experience on UNIX/Linux operating systems.
- At least three years of software integration and testing experience, including test plans and test scripts.
- Proficiency with AWS SDKs and APIs.
- Expertise in AWS cloud architecture design.
- Experience with AWS cloud, serverless architecture, and cloud application development and deployment.
- Deep understanding of AWS services, including Lambda functions.
- Agile development experience with source code management practices and tools.
- Expertise in continuous integration, deployment, testing, and monitoring practices.
- Experience developing APIs.
- Python scripting experience.
- Experience developing Angular applications.
- Familiarity with Git.
- Strong Linux experience.
- AWS Certified Developer Associate, AWS DevOps Engineer Professional, or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer certification.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field.
- Master's degree in a technical field.
Peraton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Peraton and has not been reviewed or approved by Peraton.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and specialty programs like virtual physical therapy and surgical/cancer care navigation. Medical coverage is also characterized as a standout part of the overall package in terms of perceived quality.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with employer matching and is repeatedly positioned as a strong component of total rewards. The 401(k) benefit is frequently singled out as one of the most valued parts of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are positioned as robust, including PTO, holidays, paid sick days, and floating holidays, with some roles offering notably generous accrual. Leave breadth is reinforced by related programs such as short/long-term disability and bereavement leave.
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What We Do
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.
Why Work With Us
We are fearlessly solving the world’s most complex challenges to keep people safe and secure. You can be a part of protecting and promoting that freedom around the world.








