Cloud Software Engineer, Advisor
About The Position
Peraton is seeking a professional Cloud Software Engineer to join our Cyber Missions team. This role is ideal for someone who’s excited to grow their skills, work with modern cloud technologies, and contribute to meaningful, mission-driven projects from day one. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers and mentors while supporting the full software development lifecycle—gaining hands-on experience and building a strong technical foundation. A motivated software engineer excited to learn, grow, and take the next step in their career Eager to learn, ask questions, and grow your technical skills Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment Interested in contributing to high-impact cyber and national security missions
Requirements
- Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering)
- A master's degree will give you two additional years towards the years requirements below
- Experience 8+ years of hands-on software engineering experience across the full development lifecycle, including design, development, integration, testing, deployment, and troubleshooting ( 6 years with a master's degree )
- Experience working with open-source, distributed NoSQL technologies (e.g., HBase, Accumulo, Bigtable)
- At least 1 year of experience programming in a high-level language such as Java, C, or C++
- Certifications (one or more required) and may be verified as part of the interview/offer process: AWS Certified Developer – Associate AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Elastic Certified Engineer
- Security Requirement Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph
Responsibilities
- Support cloud-based software research, development, and engineering efforts
- Participate in requirements analysis and design discussions
- Develop, integrate, test, and enhance cloud software solutions
- Assist with system installation, validation, and sustainment
- Help diagnose and resolve software issues in a team-based environment
- Learn best practices for secure, scalable, and reliable cloud systems
Benefits
- Learn from the best: Work alongside experienced engineers who are invested in your growth and mentorship
- Mission with meaning: Contribute to projects that support critical cyber and national security objectives
- Career growth: Build in-demand cloud and software engineering skills with clear development pathways
- Supportive culture: Join a team that values collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning
- Stability & opportunity: Be part of a trusted company with long-term programs and advancement potential
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
