Cyber Software Engineering, Associate - Annapolis Junction, MD

Peraton

$80K — $128K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline required; 0-2 years experience accepted.
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Ability to obtain a TS/SCI w/ polygraph security clearance.
  • Strong foundational programming knowledge required.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with Java or other object-oriented programming languages and Python.
  • Experience with Agile methods and tools.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements.
  • Debug existing software and correct defects.
  • Recommend improvements for documentation and software development process standards.
  • Design and code new software or modify existing software to add features.
  • Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or environments.
  • Develop simple data queries for databases or data repositories.

Benefits

  • Work within a mature software development team.
  • Opportunity to develop and broaden skills in multiple programming languages.
  • Engage in a structured Agile development environment.
  • Gain experience that could lead to significant advancements in career path.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

Peraton is seeking Associate Software Engineers to support our Cyber Mission business unit located in Annapolis Junction, MD.

The target start date for this position is Summer 2027, after successfully obtaining the necessary security clearance, as dictated by the government program.

The Software Engineer will become a member of a mature software development effort. The development effort uses Agile methods to assign, track and manage software activities and requirements within the team. This position will allow an early career software developer to develop and broaden their skills in a number of languages.

Responsibilities:

  • Analyze user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements
  • Debug existing software and correct defects
  • Provide recommendations for improving documentation and software development process standards
  • Design and code new software or modify existing software to add new features
  • Integrate existing software into new or modified systems or operating environments
  • Develop simple data queries for existing or proposed databases or data repositories

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Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required and 0-2 years of relevant experience.
    • May 2027 grads are welcome to apply.
  • US Citizenship.
  • Ability to obtain an TS/SCI w/ polygraph security clearance and maintenance of clearance.
  • Strong foundational programming knowledge.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Familiarity with:
    • Java or other object-oriented language
    • Python
    • Agile methods and tools

Desired Qualifications:

  • Familiarity with:
    • AWS cloud technologies
    • Using Maven, Git and Jenkins environments
  • Ability to work in a team environment; good communication and collaboration skills; self-starter.
  • A 3.0 and above GPA.
Target Salary Range$80,000 - $128,000. 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 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.

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