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Junior Cyber Software Engineer

Peraton, San Diego, CA, United States


About Peraton
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 solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face.

About The Role
Peraton is seeking a Junior Level Cyber Software Engineer to support our Atlantis Program contract at the Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific (NIWC PAC) facility in San Diego, CA. As the subcontractor on the Atlantis task order, Peraton is responsible for supporting a Multi-level Security (MLS) Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I) system providing situational tracking and management capabilities, full message processing tools, and a variety of analysis utilities, along with office, e-mail, chat, and web browsing applications.

What you will do

Software development: design, develop, test, and maintain software applications using modern programming languages.

System design: contribute to the design and architecture of scalable and efficient software systems.

Linux experience: utilize advanced Linux skills, including kernel development, for software development and system optimization.

Code review: participate in code reviews, provide feedback, and improve code quality.

Collaboration: work closely with cross‑functional teams including product management, QA, and operations to deliver high quality products.

Problem solving: identify, troubleshoot, and resolve complex software issues in a timely manner.

Documentation: create and maintain detailed technical documentation for software systems and processes.

Continuous learning: stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends and apply knowledge to improve existing systems and processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM related field with 2 years, or a bachelor’s degree with an MS/MA, or 6 years of relevant experience in software development.

Basic experience with system installation/configuration and/or basic programming skills.

Minimum SECRET clearance and ability to obtain final TS Security Clearance with SSBI and SCI access.

U.S. citizenship required.

Proficiency in Linux operating systems and shell scripting.

Strong programming skills in C/C++, Golang, Python, and Java.

Experience with software development tools and practices (e.g., Gitlab, CI/CD).

Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns.

Familiarity with networking concepts and protocols.

Desired Skills

Understanding of PCOIP.

Details
Target Salary Range: $86,000 - $138,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to scope and responsibilities, individual experience, education, skills, and location.

Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO), and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at

https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits .

Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date, subject to business needs and candidate availability.

EEO:

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

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