Cloud Software Engineer (Java/Kotlin), Senior Associate

Join a mission-driven team providing advanced cloud software solutions for national security. As a Cloud Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge applications that support intelligence operations, leveraging cloud technologies, distributed systems, and modern development frameworks. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on critical national security missions while advancing your expertise in cloud engineering.What You’ll DoDevelop, integrate, and maintain cloud-based software solutions to support intelligence community operations.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, analyze needs, and design scalable, high-performance systems.Implement, test, and validate software components, ensuring reliability, security, and maintainability.Work with open-source distributed computing products (e.g., HBase, Accumulo, BigTable) to handle massive datasets efficiently.Build and enhance modern web applications using React, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Kotlin.Produce technical documentation to support software development, deployment, and sustainment.Operate and develop in Linux/UNIX environments, leveraging deep knowledge of system architecture and deployment best practices.Required QualificationsActive TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraphEducation and experience:High School Diploma/GED plus 5 years of experience, ORBachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field plus 3 years of experience, ORMaster’s degree in Computer Science or a related technical field plus 1 year of experienceExperience with modern web development: React, JavaScript, TypeScriptDevelopment experience in Java and KotlinExperience working in Linux-based environments (all workstations are Linux thick clients)Hands-on experience with at least one cloud or container certification:Cloud Developer CertificationAWS Certified Developer - AssociateAWS DevOps Engineer - ProfessionalCertified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)Elastic Certified EngineerAWS Certified Machine Learning - Associate or SpecialtyAdditional QualificationsExperience in software integration and testing, including developing and executing test plans/scriptsDemonstrated technical writing skills for project documentationWhy Join UsWork on high-impact projects that directly support national security missions.Collaborate with experts in cloud engineering, software development, and data systems.Access to advanced technologies and continuous professional development.Flexible work environment with opportunities to innovate and lead technical solutions.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 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 peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.$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.EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Created: 2026-03-11