Software Engineer - AWS applications at Peraton

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

166000.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Full Stack Development, AWS Cloud Environments, Frontend Development, Backend Development, React, Angular, Java, Python, Node.js, RESTful APIs, Containerized Applications, Docker, EKS, Lambda, S3, PostgreSQL

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

Description

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to support our customer who is located in Colorado Springs. We are seeking an individual with strong technical and team collaboration skills to with experience designing, developing, and maintaining secure, mission-critical applications in AWS cloud environments. Skilled in building and operating full-stack solutions across frontend and backend systems while supporting national security missions with strong emphasis on reliability, security, and performance. This role will help play a major role as part of successful deployment of the Space Weather Analysis Forecasting Service (SWAFS)/ GovCloud solution. Join our dynamic team to Do the Can’t Be Done! Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test, and maintain full-stack software applications deployed in AWS cloud environments Build and integrate frontend user interfaces with backend services and APIs Contribute to system architecture and technical design for cloud-native AWS solutions Enhance and modernize existing applications while developing new capabilities aligned with mission needs Troubleshoot and resolve application issues across the stack, including AWS-hosted services Collaborate with engineers, architects, and stakeholders within Agile development teams Integrate AWS services to improve scalability, availability, and system performance Support GitLab CI/CD pipelines, including automated builds, testing, and deployments Develop and maintain containerized applications, including building and maintaining Docker containers Contribute to and support Spring Boot and Tomcat-based applications Ensure compliance with secure software development practices and federal security standards Develop and maintain technical documentation for cloud-based systems Adapt quickly to changing requirements in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment Qualifications Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience OR Master’s degree with 3 years’ relevant experience. Four (4) years of relevant experience can stand in place for equivalency in lieu of degree. This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top-Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI. The candidate must maintain the clearance. Willingness to meet additional program-specific security requirements (e.g., polygraph, as applicable) Experience developing full-stack applications in AWS cloud environments Proficiency with frontend technologies such as JavaScript/TypeScript, React, Angular, or similar frameworks Backend development experience using Java, Python, Node.js, Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs Experience with Containerized Applications and docker-based workflows Working knowledge of AWS services, such as: Compute (EKS, Lambda) Storage (S3) Databases (PostgreSQL) Monitoring and logging (CloudWatch) Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (e.g., CloudFormation, Terraform) Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions) Understanding of secure coding practices and development in classified or regulated environments Desired Qualifications Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills across application and cloud environments Ability to work independently while collaborating within Agile and DevSecOps teams Clear written and verbal communication skills, including technical documentation Adaptability to evolving mission requirements and technical landscapes Prior Space Weather coding experience is desired Benefits: Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on 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 eligible 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 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 $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 EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

Responsibilities

The role involves designing, developing, testing, and maintaining full-stack software applications deployed in AWS cloud environments, focusing on building and integrating frontend user interfaces with backend services and APIs for mission-critical systems. Responsibilities also include contributing to system architecture, enhancing existing applications, and ensuring compliance with secure software development practices.