Senior Software Engineer

Herndon, VAFull-time$112k–$179kPosted Jul 28, 2026

Responsibilities

Peraton’s Space & Intelligence Sector is looking for a senior Software Engineer to join our diverse team at our Herndon, VA, office. The candidate will work within a cross-functional Agile Scrum Team primarily focusing on building and maintaining systems running in a containerized environment. This position is 100% on-site.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years of experience considered in lieu of a degree requirement
  • 4+ years of experience with Unix/Linux
  • 2+ years of experience with software architecture/design
  • 2+ years of experience with Java
  • 2+ years of experience with Python
  • Experience with SQL
  • Experience with Shell Script
  • Experience developing an application that runs in a containerized environment
  • Ability to lead a team of 3-5 engineers
  • TS/SCI with current CI poly

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2 years of experience with JavaScript
  • Security+ or equivalent certification and willingness to serve as a privileged user supporting deployed systems testing
  • Familiarity with NiFi
  • Experience with cross-domain systems

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 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.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. 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

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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