Software Engineer, Jr.

Peraton•King George, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Peraton is looking to hire a Junior Software Developer to support the design, development, integration and maintenance of software applications and systems. This position will be a hybrid role (3 days on-site and 2 days off-site) located in Dahlgren VA.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance
Experience with object-oriented programming concepts
Working knowledge of either C++ software development, or Java software development
Familiarity with debugging and troubleshooting software applications
Basic understanding of software development tools and environments
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

Experience with Git or other version control systems
Familiarity with Linux or Windows development environments
Exposure to Agile development methodologies
Knowledge of networking concepts, distributed systems, or simulation environments
Experience with scripting languages such as Python
Familiarity with software testing methodologies and automated test tools
Security + certification will be required to obtain within the first 6 months of starting

Responsibilities

Develop, test, debug, and maintain software applications using C++ and/or Java.
Support software integration activities and troubleshoot technical issues.
Participate in code reviews and follow established coding standards and best practices.
Collaborate with software engineers, systems engineers, and project teams to implement new features and capabilities.
Assist with software documentation, including design artifacts, test procedures, and technical reports.
Support configuration management and version control processes.
Participate in Agile/Scrum development activities, including sprint planning and daily stand-ups.