Junior Application Developer Jobs in Baltimore, MD

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. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure. Program Overview Provides IC data management support to modernize mega data repositories, dataflow management, data provenance and compliance validation, and streaming solutions. About The Role Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to support our Cyber Mission business unit in Annapolis Junction, MD. In this role, you will contribute to developing and enhancing cloud-based applications that directly support national security operations. You'll work in a collaborative Agile environment leveraging DevOps tools and modern cloud technologies to deliver secure, scalable, and reliable solutions. This role is ideal for junior engineers with an active TS/SCI clearance and polygraph who are looking to grow their skills in a mission-driven environment. This position is performed onsite at a contractor facility, with telework flexibility based on tasking and customer approval. #MDFSP Qualifications Basic Qualifications * Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph is required
• Five (5) years of experience in software development/engineering or related technical experience
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field may substitute for two (2) years of experience
- Acceptable fields include Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar
• Experience with Java development (academic or professional)
• Experience using Git or GitLabPreferred Qualifications * Exposure to full-stack development (Java and/or JavaScript)
• Familiarity with React or Vue.js
• Experience working with REST APIs and JSON
• Familiarity with MongoDB
• Exposure to Docker and containerization concepts
• Familiarity with Kubernetes or other container orchestration tools
• Exposure to AWS or other cloud platforms
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins)
• Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence)
* One of the following certifications is desired:
- AWS Certified Developer - Associate
- AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional - Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)Additional Requirement * A cloud certification is required and will be verified during the interview or offer process
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, 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. 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) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits. Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.