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Software Engineer Top SecretSCI wPoly

Peraton


Job Location:

Howard County, MD - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 146000 - 234000
Posted: 6 October 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 3 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Responsibilities

The team is in search of an experienced Software Engineer to design build and operate highly scalable distributed systems and cloud-native applications. This role is ideal for an engineer with strong Java and distributed computing experience hands-on expertise with Kubernetes and containerization and practical familiarity with AWS cloud services. Critical bridge role using expertise in distributed computing and containerization to move the platform beyond JAVA/JVM creating a secure environment where AI/ML models can be trained and deployed at scale.

  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and containerized workloads.
  • Experience with Docker/containerization and deploying applications in containerized environments.
  • Practical familiarity with AWS and cloud computing concepts.

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Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph
  • Twenty (20) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs of similar scope type and complexity with demonstrated expertise in planning and leading Systems Engineering efforts
  • Bachelors degree in systems engineering Computer Science Information Systems Engineering Science Engineering Management or a related discipline from an accredited institution; in lieu of a degree an additional five (5) years of relevant Systems Engineering experience may be substituted

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting 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 eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Peraton Overview

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 worlds 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 cant be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how were keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$146000 - $234000. 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 individuals 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.
EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer including disability and protected veterans or other characteristics protected by law.

Required Experience:

IC


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Peraton provides innovative solutions for the most sensitive and critical programs in government today, developed and executed by scientists, engineers, and other experts.

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