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# Cloud Software Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $146,000.0 - $234,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Information Systems, Cloud Services, Software Engineering, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/15396467?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F15396467%2FCloud-Software-Engineer-Maryland-Annapolis-Junction

## About the Role

* 6+ years of hands-on software development experience across the full lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, development, integration, testing, deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting
 * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field (e.g., Mathematics, Information Systems, Engineering)
 + In lieu of a degree, an additional 4 years of relevant experience may be substituted
 * Active TS/SCI clearance with current polygraph
 * Cloud Developer Certification (required) - one or more of the following

## Description

As a Cloud Software Engineer, you'll be involved across the full software lifecycle-from requirements analysis and design to development, integration, testing, deployment, and ongoing optimization. You'll design resilient, scalable cloud solutions that thoughtfully balance cost, performance, availability, and security, ensuring systems are both powerful and dependable.

You'll also have opportunities to influence technical direction by evaluating project needs, defining tasks and timelines, and producing high-quality designs. As a senior contributor, you'll help mentor and guide junior engineers, sharing your expertise and fostering strong engineering practices across the team.

What You'll Do:
Design, develop, and maintain cloud-based software solutions

 * Solve complex technical challenges with a focus on reliability and performance
 * Lead or contribute to architecture and design reviews
 * Support integration, testing, troubleshooting, and system enhancements
 * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers
 * Help shape project scope, schedules, and technical approaches

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced cloud engineer who enjoys ownership, collaboration, and building solutions that truly matter.
Why Peraton:

At Peraton, you'll do work that matters. We support some of the nation's most critical cyber, defense, and intelligence missions-providing you the opportunity to apply your cloud expertise where it has real-world impact.

Peraton offers a collaborative environment where technical excellence is valued and innovation is encouraged. You'll work alongside highly skilled professionals, have access to cutting-edge technologies, and be empowered to take ownership of complex challenges from design through deployment.


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