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Peraton

Runs and secures technology for federal agencies

Java Software Engineer Lead Associate

Backend EngineeringConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeAnnapolis Junction, MD, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, or four additional years of Software Engineer experience on projects with similar software processes in lieu of the degree.
  • A minimum of seven years of experience as a Software Engineer on programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Six years of experience developing software in Java.
  • An active TS/SCI security clearance with a current polygraph.

Responsibilities

  • Implement, test, and operate software solutions with a focus on advanced security practices.
  • Perform ongoing security testing and participate in code reviews to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities.
  • Debug, design, and develop new software, or enhance and modify existing applications.
  • Provide engineering recommendations and design solutions to address security risks and improve system integrity.
  • Contribute across all layers of the software architecture and maintain accurate, up-to-date technical documentation.
  • Collaborate with team members to exchange knowledge and promote secure coding practices.
  • Continuously learn and adapt to new tools, technologies, and industry best practices.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated experience with open-source NoSQL products such as HBase, Accumulo, or Bigtable.
  • At least six years of experience within the most recent eight years developing production software in Solaris or Linux environments.
  • Hands-on experience developing RESTful services.
  • Demonstrated Java development expertise.
  • Experience with Kubernetes for container orchestration.
  • Prior experience developing analytics applications.

About the Company

Peraton

Runs and secures technology for federal agencies

Peraton builds and runs secure technology for American defense, intelligence, space, and civilian agencies, from military networks to satellite ground stations. In 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration chose it to manage the overhaul of the nation's air traffic control system, replacing copper wiring with fiber and upgrading radar and radios. Its engineers, many holding security clearances, run and defend agency networks and data centers, write mission software, and operate space and communications systems, and agencies pay for this work through multiyear contracts. Peraton was formed in 2017, when private-equity firm Veritas Capital bought Harris Corporation's government IT business, and is based in Reston, Virginia.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$60M
Headquarters
Reston, VA
Founded
2017

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