Junior Full Stack Software Developer / Top Secret

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.

About The Role

Peraton is seeking a skilled Junior Full Stack Software Developer to design and build a dynamic, web-based application in Angular, Java, and PostgreSQL.

Location: On-site, Washington, DC

About the Mission:

Technology is evolving rapidly, and adversaries are digitally out-pacing law enforcement's ability to keep pace. Those charged with protecting the United States often face challenges in accessing the evidence needed to prosecute crime and prevent terrorism. This role directly supports that mission by delivering secure, scalable, and efficient software solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, test, and develop well-structured, efficient, and testable web-based software using Java Angular, Postgres and related technologies.
• Translate UI/UX design wireframes into functional applications, ensuring reliability through ongoing maintenance, testing, and documentation.
• Collaborate with customers and technical teams to translate requirements into Epics, Features, and User Stories for both functional and non-functional needs.
• Support Agile teams in backlog planning, work item refinement, and story point estimation.
• Apply industry-standard design patterns and best practices to software solutions.
• Implement secure coding standards to safeguard applications and data.
• Develop automated unit and integration tests to support CI/CD pipelines.

Minimum requirements:

• Bachelors degree and minimum 1 year of relevant experience; or, minimum 3 years with AS/AA degree, or minimum 5 years in lieu of degree.
• Experience with using GitLab for CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps deployments.
• Experience with Object Oriented language
• Experience with SQL Server or PostgreSQL database technologies.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• A current Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and the ability to obtain a polygraph.

Target Salary Range: $66,000 - $106,000. 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.