Cloud Software Engineer, Lead Associate Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Cloud Software Engineer, Lead Associate Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Cloud Software Engineer, Lead Associate Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Job Locations US-MD-Laurel Requisition ID 2026-166161 Position Category Information Technology Clearance Top Secret/SCI w/Poly Responsibilities

Position Overview:

The team is seeking a Cloud Software Engineer to join a product development team supporting a highly cleared government customer at Fort Meade (Laurel, MD). This role focuses on building and deploying mission-critical capabilities within large-scale AWS Cloud environments, with a primary emphasis on agile software design, development, and integration into operational systems that directly support national security missions. Duties include design and development of new capabilities, testing, optimization and performance tuning, and ongoing operations and sustainment.

Core Required Competencies and Skills:

Proficiency using AWS SDKs and APIs Strong experience designing and implementing AWS Cloud architectures Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud, including serverless architectures and cloud-native application development/deployment Deep understanding of AWS services, including Lambda functions Experience working in Agile environments with modern source code management tools Experience with CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring practices Experience developing and integrating RESTful APIs Proficiency in Python scripting Experience developing Angular applications Familiarity with Git Strong Linux experience Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

At least eight (8) years of experience in software development/engineering, including requirements analysis, development, integration, testing, and troubleshooting (6) years of experience developing in high-level languages such as Java, C, or C++ (5) years of experience developing on UNIX/Linux (RedHat-based) systems (3) years of experience in software integration and testing, including test plan and script development Required Certification (one of the following): AWS Certified Developer - Associate AWS DevOps Engineer - Professional

Desired Qualifications:

Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD) Active TS/SCI clearance with a current polygraph is required Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or in a related technical field is highly desired which will be considered equivalent to two (2) years of experience. A Master's degree in a Technical Field will be considered equivalent to four (4) years of experience.

NOTE:

A degree in Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering, or similar degree will be considered as a technical field. This critical National Security role is eligible for Peraton's premier benefits package, designed to recognize and support the professionals safeguarding our nation.

A few highlights:

280 hours of annual leave (5 weeks of PTO & 2 weeks of holiday) Health Benefits (medical, dental & vision) - very low to no cost employee contributions Annual Critical Skills Bonus #AJCM #PeratonRoyalMove 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 ...For full information see follow application link. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.