Cloud Software Engineer (Early Career) Job at Peraton, Annapolis Junction, MD

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  • Peraton
  • Annapolis Junction, MD

Job Description

Program Overview

Provides IC data management support to modernize mega data repositories, dataflow management, data provenance and compliance validation, and streaming solutions.

About The Role

Cloud Software Engineer (Early Career)

Location: Annapolis Junction, MD

About the Role

Peraton is seeking an early-career Cloud Software Engineer to join our Cyber Missions team. This role is ideal for someone who’s excited to grow their skills, work with modern cloud technologies, and contribute to meaningful, mission-driven projects from day one.

You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers and mentors while supporting the full software development lifecycle—gaining hands-on experience and building a strong technical foundation.

What You’ll Do

  • Support cloud-based software research, development, and engineering efforts

  • Participate in requirements analysis and design discussions

  • Develop, integrate, test, and enhance cloud software solutions

  • Assist with system installation, validation, and sustainment

  • Help diagnose and resolve software issues in a team-based environment

  • Learn best practices for secure, scalable, and reliable cloud systems

Who You Are

  • An early-career engineer or recent graduate with a passion for cloud technologies

  • Eager to learn, ask questions, and grow your technical skills

  • Comfortable working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment

  • Interested in contributing to high-impact cyber and national security missions

Why Peraton?

  • Learn from the best: Work alongside experienced engineers who are invested in your growth and mentorship

  • Mission with meaning: Contribute to projects that support critical cyber and national security objectives

  • Career growth: Build in-demand cloud and software engineering skills with clear development pathways

  • Supportive culture: Join a team that values collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning

  • Stability & opportunity: Be part of a trusted company with long-term programs and advancement potential

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering) from an accredited institution OR at least 4 years of software development or engineering experience , including requirements analysis, development, integration, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting

  • At least 2 years of experience with software integration and testing, including developing and executing test plans and scripts

  • Experience working with open-source, distributed NoSQL technologies (e.g., HBase, Accumulo, Bigtable)

  • At least 1 year of experience programming in a high-level language such as Java, C, or C++

  • Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph (required)

Nice to Have (Not Required)

  • Cloud development or DevOps certifications, such as:

    • AWS Certified Developer – Associate

    • AWS DevOps Engineer – Professional

    • Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)

SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range

Details

Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. 

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Internship, Shift work,

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