Junior Software Engineer

Peraton • Sterling, VA

258d • $66,000 - $106,000

About The Position

Peraton is seeking a Junior Software Engineer to become part of the Department of State (DOS) Consular Affairs Enterprise Infrastructure Operations (CAEIO) Program. The program supports the Bureau of Consular Affairs (CA), providing 24/7 IT Operations and Maintenance support of legacy and modernized networks, applications, databases, and infrastructure domestically and overseas. The Junior Software Engineer will be a member of the Engineering Team which is responsible for working closely with other CAEIO teams, CA application/system owners, and Government Leadership to facilitate delivery of Consular Affairs services worldwide and ensure mission success. We are seeking applicants who will graduate in May 2025 or have graduated within the past 18 months.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a SECRET government security clearance and TOP SECRET, if needed.
• Familiarity and some experience with software development, databases, and data structures through coursework or internships.
• Experience with one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, and C++).
• Basic understanding of networking, client-server architecture, application/database design, and cloud principles.
• Problem solving, communication, collaboration and time management skills are a must.
• Ability to work in a high tempo environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with automated testing techniques via tools such as Ansible and Ansible Automation Platform.
• Experience with YAML.
• Experience with CI/CD Tools (e.g. Github, Jenkins, others).
• Experience with networking, servers, databases, virtual/physical infrastructure, cloud, and containerized environments.
• Industry relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Support software engineering for mission essential capabilities hosted in overseas locations, domestically, and in the cloud.
• Support automation efforts for systems, applications, databases, and infrastructure.
• Adhere to Department of State procedures and requirements when implementing software security, scalability, and performance.
• Participate in Consular Affairs working groups and priority initiatives related to automation.
• Leverage tools (Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow) to track all engineering features, stories, and tasks.
• Ensure all configuration changes follow approved change management processes and security configuration guidelines.
• Support Government customer with ad hoc tasks and data calls.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree