Software DevOps Engineer

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.

Responsibilities

The Health and Financial Solution team is seeking a Software DevOps Engineer to join our team supporting Medicare Durable Medical Equipment (DME) system. This role is ideal for an experienced DevOps Engineer who is passionate about automation and enabling teams to deliver software solutions faster and more reliably.  You’ll be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing CI/CD pipelines, integrating test automation, and supporting modernization efforts by bridging the gap between legacy mainframe systems and modern cloud platforms.

The DevOps Engineer will play a key role in supporting mission‑driven healthcare system environments that directly serve Medicare beneficiaries. Working within a collaborative, Agile team, this role offers meaningful opportunities for growth and mentorship. With competitive compensation and growth opportunities, the DevOps Engineer have the chance to make a significant national impact through their work.

Responsibilities:

• Automate and Orchestrate workloads across Mainframe and Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Integrate test automation within CI/CD pipelines across legacy and modernized architectures.
• Develop, maintain and troubleshoot API components to support processing between legacy and web environments.
• Support unit testing and integration for application components.
• Support software developers with CI/CD questions and issues.
• Recommend and implement process changes to improve CI/CD environment.
• Maintain awareness of emerging technologies, with a particular focus on cloud computing and automation.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:   

• 5 years with BS/BA; or 9 years of experience with a high school diploma. 
• Demonstrated experience in DevOps automation, configuration and deployment management.
• Proficiency with DevOps tools such as Git/GitHub, Jenkins, Terraform, Splunk, SonarQube, Docker, Chef, Puppet, Ansible, AWS CloudFormation, Salt, or similar tools.
• Proven ability to deliver in an Agile/SCRUM environment.
• Experienced with Jira and Confluence.
• Hands on programming experience with languages such as Python, PHP, Ruby, Groovy and Java.
• Proficiency in the use of CI/CD tools to automate testing and deployment.
• Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
• US Citizen.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience implementing DevOps and CI/CD pipelines in a mainframe z/OS environment.
• Familiarity with mainframe DevOps tools such as IBM Dependency Based Build, Groovy and UrbanCode Deploy.
• AWS certification at any level; AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional preferred.

Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. 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. Benefits Statement

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.

Application StatementsThe application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.