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Java Software Engineer

Peraton

Herndon, VA
Contract
Entry Level
80k-128k
about 2 months ago

Job Description

About the Role

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.

Key Responsibilities

  • Candidate will apply agile development processes to implement features as defined by user stories
  • Development using Java full stack
  • Develop/maintain platform related applications and libraries
  • Develop/maintain existing applications as requirements are requested and when updates are required
  • Candidate will resolve database issues and in creating new features/functionality for existing databases

Requirements

  • Must be willing to upgrade to a TS/SCI clearance and pass a polygraph - Contract requires TS/SCI with poly
  • Strong foundational knowledge working with Java OOP development
  • Willingness to learn and become an effective team member
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Must be local to Herndon, VA as work is on-site daily

Nice to Have

  • Demonstrated experience with the systems engineering life-cycle
  • Previous hands-on experience through coursework or internships
  • Previous hands-on coding experience with Python, Angular, Postgres, and SQL
  • Experience working within Linux environments

Qualifications

  • 0 years with BS/BA; 4 years no degree

Benefits & Perks

  • Target Salary Range: $80,000 - $128,000

Working at 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 do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers.

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Job Details

Posted AtJun 11, 2025
Salary80k-128k
Job TypeContract
Work ModeOnsite
ExperienceEntry Level

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About Peraton

Website

peraton.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

Herndon, VA

Industry

Computer Systems Design and Related Services

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