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Software Applications Engineer

Peraton
Peraton Salary
Annapolis, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 3/26/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/24/2026

Responsibilities

Be part of our exciting team supporting a robust, world-wide communications network, providing office automation packages; document and information management tools; and collaboration, voice, and video tools in a secure, flexible, distributed architecture supporting a classified DoD IT system. 

 

Peraton is seeking a Software Applications Engineer to provide Automation and Orchestration services for Commercial Off-the-Shelf software products and enterprise system management to include integration services, software repair, and diagnostic testing for all system software and layered products.  

 

Responsibilities include:

  • Creating and implementing software applications, often collaborating with other engineers and stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into functional software. 
  • Thoroughly testing applications to identify and resolve bugs and ensure they perform as intended. 
  • Ensuring the continued functionality and performance of applications through updates, bug fixes, and ongoing maintenance. 
  • Providing technical support to users and clients, addressing issues and questions related to the software. 
  • Collaborate closely with other engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure successful application development and deployment. 
  • Improving the overall functionality of software applications by analyzing customer feedback, sales data, and other relevant information. 
  •  Proficiency in various programming languages and software development methodologies. i.e., PowerShell, SQL, Java, JavaScript, Perl, Python
  • Software Architecture: Understanding of software architecture principles and best practices. 
  • Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve technical issues related to software applications. 
  • Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with other team members and stakeholders. 
  • Knowledge of testing methodologies and debugging techniques. 
  • Ability to create and maintain technical documentation for software applications. 

 

 

 

Qualifications

Required:

  • Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD; 4 years additional experience can be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Active TS/SCI clearance is required
  • Experience in software engineering and integration of Commercial Off-the-Shelf software products
  • Must have a current DoD 8570.1-M IAT Level III certification

Desired:

  • ITIL Foundations certification desired

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

$135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

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

Salary : $135,000 - $216,000

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