Cloud Software Engineer

Peraton•Annapolis Junction, MD

82d•$176,000 - $282,000

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to design, develop, and implement secure cloud-based solutions that support scalable, resilient, and mission-critical environments. This role involves architecting cloud infrastructure, developing technical plans, and defining specifications for modern cloud platforms. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and develop specifications for new cloud-based products and services. Responsibilities include leading the deployment and integration of cloud management platforms, continuously evaluating system performance, and implementing enhancements. The position also supports the development and expansion of a cloud services portfolio, prepares Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation, and conducts cost-benefit analyses for cloud initiatives. The role includes performing operations and maintenance of secure managed cloud platforms, ensuring system availability, performance, and compliance, and implementing automation for operational efficiency. Designing, developing, and maintaining infrastructure as code (IaC) and leveraging CI/CD pipelines are also key aspects of this role.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Math, Information Systems, Engineering) is required.
6+ years of hands-on experience in software development, including requirements analysis, design, integration, testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
6+ years developing in high-level languages such as Java, C, or C++.
5+ years of experience developing software in UNIX/Linux (Red Hat 3–5) environments
3+ years of experience in software integration and testing, including test plan and test script development
One of the following certifications is required prior to starting: AWS Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Developer – Associate, or AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional.
Possession of a Cloud certification is required and will be verified as part of the interview or offer process.
Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph is required.

Nice To Haves

4+ years of experience will be considered with a Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

Designs, develops, and implements secure cloud-based solutions that support scalable, resilient, and mission-critical environments.
Architects cloud infrastructure, develops detailed technical plans, and defines specifications to support the deployment of modern cloud platforms and services.
Collaborates with product managers, engineers, and stakeholders to define requirements and develop specifications for new cloud-based products, services, applications, and enterprise solutions.
Leads the deployment and integration of cloud management platforms, continuously evaluating system performance and implementing enhancements to improve reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Supports the development and expansion of a cloud services portfolio, including value-added capabilities that enhance enterprise infrastructure and mission support.
Develops solution recommendations and prepares Basis of Estimate (BOE) documentation for cloud initiatives.
Conducts cost-benefit analyses comparing cloud solutions with alternatives to identify optimal deployment strategies and areas of highest return on investment.
Performs operations and maintenance of secure managed cloud platforms, ensuring system availability, performance, and compliance with security requirements.
Implements automation to improve operational efficiency, including monitoring, alerting, and automated remediation of system events.
Designs, develops, and maintains infrastructure as code (IaC) and leverages CI/CD pipelines to enable consistent, repeatable deployments and streamlined platform management.