Cloud Software Engineer

Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to join our dynamic Compute Team. This role involves contributing to a massively parallel enterprise platform that leverages Java and a robust suite of Free and Open-Source Software (FOSS), including Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo. The platform is purpose-built to support and execute data-intensive analytics across a managed, scalable infrastructure.

This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, detail-oriented Java developer who thrives in collaborative and evolving technical environments. As part of our team, you'll work on cutting-edge cloud technologies, develop mission-critical capabilities, and engage with a range of systems based on real-world customer needs.

Design, develop, test, and deploy Java-based applications and services that run in a distributed cloud environment.

• Contribute to the architecture and implementation of scalable, high-throughput systems used for large-scale data processing.

• Integrate open-source components such as Kubernetes, Hadoop, and Accumulo into mission-critical software solutions.

• Collaborate closely with team members to understand system requirements, troubleshoot issues, and deliver reliable functionality.

• Continuously evaluate new technologies and incorporate them to improve performance, security, and scalability.

• Maintain documentation and support system deployments in a DevSecOps-driven environment.

• Respond to evolving customer needs by adapting development priorities and technologies as required.

• At least eight (8) years of experience in software development/engineering, including:

  • Requirements analysis

  • Software development

  • Installation and integration

  • Evaluation and enhancement

  • Maintenance and testing

  • Problem diagnosis and resolution

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field

  • A Master's degree in a technical field may substitute for two (2) years of experience

  • A PHD in a techincal field may substitute for three (3) years of experience

• Acceptable technical fields include:

  • Mathematics

  • Information Systems

  • Engineering

  • Other related disciplines

• Must possess an active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph.

• Programming Languages & Technologies:

  • Proficiency in Java

  • Experience with MapReduce programming models and tools such as:

    • Hadoop, Hive, Pig

• Database Technologies:

  • Experience with relational databases such as MySQL and PostgreSQL

• Infrastructure & Scripting:

  • Knowledge of Linux OS development

  • Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes

  • Scripting/automation experience using Python and Ansible

• • Experience with microservices architecture and container orchestration tools (e.g., Kubernetes)

  • Relevant Certifications (at least one of the following):

    • AWS Certified Developer - Associate

    • AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional

    • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

    • Elastic Certified Engineer

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

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Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.