Junior Software Developer
About The Position
Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System(NAS) through the FAA’s Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (BNATCS)contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation’s skies safe and connected. We’re looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world’s most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration. At Peraton, you won’t just support the mission — you’ll define it. Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a Junior Software Developer to support mission-critical aviation programs aligned with the National Airspace System. In this role, you will design, build, and enhance cloud-enabled applications that support aviation operations and modernization initiatives. You will collaborate with engineers, architects, cybersecurity professionals, and program stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable solutions that directly impact millions of passengers and aviation professionals every day. If you are driven by innovation, quality, and mission impact, this is an opportunity to contribute to systems that power safe and efficient airspace operations nationwide. Work Location: This position is 100% on-site, primarily located in Herndon, VA, with an alternate work location available in Bowie, MD. Candidates must be able to work on-site at one of these locations based on program requirements.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship Required.
- Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance.
- Bachelor’s degree and 0 years of experience or Associate’s degree and 2 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 4 years experience.
- Exposure to or basic experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or (GCP).
- Experience with modern programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, or similar.
- Familiarity with developing applications in cloud or hybrid environments.
- Basic understanding of Agile development methodologies and collaborative software development practices.
- Familiarity with RESTful APIs and modern application architectures such as microservices.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative engineering environment.
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.
- Experience with FAA systems, federal modernization efforts, or mission-critical environments.
- Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes.
- Exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates.
- Basic knowledge of federal cybersecurity or compliance frameworks (NIST, RMF, FedRAMP).
- Experience working with relational or NoSQL databases.
- Interest in cloud performance, scalability, and system optimization.
- Relevant cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Developer, Azure Developer Associate, or similar.
Responsibilities
- Support technical design activities and participate in architecture and design reviews.
- Develop, test, and maintain enterprise-grade software applications supporting FAA programs.
- Translate system and business requirements into well-structured, maintainable code.
- Conduct peer code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Collaborate with systems engineers, cybersecurity professionals, and product stakeholders to ensure application requirements are fully met.
- Develop and execute unit, integration, and regression tests to validate functionality and performance.
- Support integration of applications into CI/CD and DevSecOps pipelines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve software defects, performance issues, and system integration challenges.
- Contribute to documentation, including technical design artifacts, user guides, and compliance materials.
- Ensure solutions align with federal compliance requirements, security standards, and performance objectives.
- Participate in system verification & validation (V&V), readiness reviews, and modernization initiatives.
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve development processes, automation, and system efficiency.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
