AWS Cloud Software Engineer, Senior Advisor

Peraton

  • Annapolis Junction, MD
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
ResponsibilitiesJoin Peraton’s Cyber Intel Team as a Cloud Software Engineer – Shape the Future of Cloud Solutions!Peraton is excited to offer an immediate opportunity for a talented Cloud Software Engineer to join our Cyber Intel team in Laurel, Maryland! If you're passionate about cutting-edge cloud technologies and thrive in an agile, collaborative environment, this is the perfect role for you. We’re looking for someone who will be instrumental in supporting and developing advanced capabilities for a state-of-the-art Data Warehouse integrated into large-scale cloud infrastructure.Note - This role has telework flexibility and would require some after hours on-call support.What You’ll Do:Design & Develop: Lead agile software design and development, creating innovative solutions for high-performance services hosted on massive compute clusters and AWS Cloud Infrastructure.Optimize & Enhance: Implement testing, performance tuning, and optimization for cloud-native applications, ensuring high availability and efficiency.Collaborate: Work closely with a dynamic, cross-functional team to innovate and sustain our cloud-based services.Support: Be the go-to expert, providing operational and sustainment support with occasional after-hours and on-call responsibilities.Impact: Help shape the future of our cyber solutions and contribute to mission-critical projects that make a difference.What You Bring:AWS Expertise: Strong experience designing and developing AWS Cloud Architecture.Cloud Tools Mastery: Deep proficiency with AWS SDKs/APIs and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.DevOps Passion: Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration, Deployment, Testing, and Monitoring practices.Java Skills: Expertise in Java for distributed systems, with a solid understanding of networking and multi-threading.Big Data Technologies: Experience working with Apache Hadoop, Accumulo, and NiFi.Agile Mindset: A strong believer in agile development methodologies.Linux & Scripting: Solid Linux fundamentals with experience in scripting languages like Python, Ruby, or Perl.Source Control: Familiarity with Git, Maven, Jira, and other source code management tools.Containerization: Knowledge of microservices development and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).Open Source Enthusiast: A willingness to contribute to and commit to open-source applications.Why Peraton?At Peraton, we are shaping the future of cyber intelligence, and as a Cloud Software Engineer, you'll be on the front lines of innovation. You’ll work on large-scale, impactful projects that push the boundaries of cloud technologies. Whether you’re refining existing capabilities or creating entirely new solutions, your work will matter.Telework Flexibility: We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer telework opportunities.Growth & Mentorship: Be part of a team where you can grow, lead, and mentor others while advancing your career.Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, innovative team that values collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving.Key Responsibilities:Perform high-level requirements analysis, software development, integration, and testing with autonomy.Lead the design and execution of software solutions on large-scale compute clusters and AWS Cloud Infrastructure.Guide junior team members and help refine processes to ensure project success.Evaluate technical needs, create task breakdowns, and oversee the design for technical accuracy and completeness.Ready to take your career to the next level and work on transformative cloud technologies? Apply today and help us continue to innovate in the cyber space!QualificationsPosition Requirements:
  • An active TS/SCI security clearance with Polygraph is required.
  • Twelve (12) years of experience in software development/engineering, including requirements analysis, software development, installation, integration, evaluation, enhancement, maintenance, testing, and problem diagnosis/resolution.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or in a related technical field is required. NOTE: A degree in Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar degree will be considered as a technical field.
  • Without a degree we can accept four additional years of experience.
  • A Master's degree in a Technical Field will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of experience, bringing down the minimal requirement to ten total years.
  • One of the following Cloud Certifications are required: AWS Certified Developer - Associate, AWS DevOps Engineer Professional, Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on our critical National Security programs, 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.#MPOJobs #AJCM #PeratonRoyalMovePeraton OverviewPeraton 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 to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.Target Salary Range$176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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