Peraton offers a benefits-forward culture in Arlington, VA with hybrid work options. This senior role supports the Federal Strategic Cyber program and requires an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility. A Bachelor’s degree and substantial software engineering experience are expected, with a competitive salary range of $112,000 to $179,000 per year.
Benefits at a glance
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life insurance
- Health savings account
- Short and long term disability
- EAP
- Parental leave
- 401(k)
- Paid time off for vacation
- Company paid holidays
Responsibilities
- Full-Stack Development: design, develop, test, document, and maintain front-end applications using Angular and other modern frameworks, along with Java and Python back-end services.
- Application Leadership: lead the creation and implementation of custom web applications aligned to evolving client requirements.
- Architecture & Database Design: analyze and design databases, help architect scalable cloud environments, and work independently or with teammates.
- AI & Feature Integration: evaluate and support integrating AI models and advanced capabilities into current tools and platforms.
- Systems Integration: address challenges related to systems integration, platform compatibility, and multi-environment deployment.
- Agile Adaptation: adjust quickly to changing priorities in a fast-paced development setting, supporting additional application areas as needed.
- Maintenance & Optimization: troubleshoot issues, implement user-driven improvements, and contribute to user manuals and technical documentation.
Requirements
- Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 8 years of software engineering experience; an additional 4 years of experience may substitute for the degree.
- Core Software Engineering: proven experience across the full software lifecycle with proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript, Angular, Java, and Python (or other modern languages).
- API Development: robust experience developing, integrating, and working with web APIs.
- Cloud & Emerging Tech: familiarity with cloud technologies and services, plus AI models for potential tool integration.
- DevOps Tools: practical experience using Atlassian JIRA, Jenkins CI, and Git (and GitLab CI/CD).
- Domain Awareness: familiarity with cybersecurity concepts.
- Citizenship & Clearance: U.S. Citizenship is required and an active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is necessary.
- Background Investigation: ability to obtain and maintain a favorably adjudicated DHS background investigation.
Technologies
- Angular
- JavaScript
- TypeScript
- Java
- Python
- Web APIs
- Atlassian JIRA
- Jenkins
- Git
- GitLab CI/CD
Location and compensation
Location: Arlington, VA, with a hybrid telework/onsite arrangement. Occasional on-site presence required.
Compensation details: target salary range $112,000 to $179,000 per year. Salary is determined by factors including scope, experience, education, skills, and location. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may be available depending on the position.
Application and equal opportunity
The posting notes an estimated 30 day application window from the posting date. Applicants may be asked to participate in an on-camera interview and identity verification as part of the review process. Peraton is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.
