Full Stack Software Engineer

Peraton is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to join our dynamic team in delivering cutting-edge application development and support for a robust ecosystem of big data applications. In this role, you will work in a collaborative environment, engaging directly with customers, project managers, and other development teams to craft innovative software solutions that address complex challenges.

As a Full Stack Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain a variety of software systems, ranging from real-time analytics platforms to large-scale data processing and business management tools. This is a unique opportunity to apply your technical expertise, leverage modern development methodologies, and shape the future of enterprise-level software.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with customers, project managers, and other teams to gather and define requirements, ensuring the delivery of tailored software solutions.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance complex software systems, including processing-intensive analytics, algorithm development, and large-scale data manipulation.
• Provide detailed input into system design, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse strategies, and requirements analysis.
• Utilize advanced software engineering methodologies and design practices to deliver high-quality solutions in an enterprise production environment.
• Design, create, test, and maintain software applications and web-based platforms to meet customer needs.
• Follow formal design processes, including the use of formal specifications and adherence to applicable laws, standards, and development guidelines.

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD; Washington, DC; or Reston, VA

Why Peraton?
At Peraton, you'll work on critical challenges that drive innovation and transform industries. Join a team of experts dedicated to delivering impactful solutions for our customers, and take the next step in your career with a company that values growth, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 9+ years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of experience can be considered in lieu of a degree
• Active TS/SCI with poly
• 5+ years of Full Stack Development experience.
• Proficiency with NoSQL/SQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, PostgreSQL).
• Hands-on experience with REST APIs and secure transport methodologies.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as GitLab and Jenkins.
• Expertise in Microservices Architecture and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Strong programming skills in Java, including frameworks like Spring and Spring Boot.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS.
• Knowledge of Big Data tools such as Elasticsearch, Splunk, NiFi, and Kafka.
• Background in Agile/Scrum methodologies.
• Proven experience building and deploying Docker-based applications.
• Familiarity with large language models (LLM) and AI/ML concepts.

Ready to join us? Apply now!

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.

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.