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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cloud Software Engineer, Senior Advisor - TS/SCI w/poly - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Laurel, MD, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $176,000.0 - $282,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Apache Accumulo, Apache ActiveMQ, Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, Perl (Programming Language), Data Flow Control, Apache Hadoop, Spring Framework, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Message Broker, MongoDB, Scrum Methodology, Ansible, Ruby, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Multithreading, Scripting, HybridCloud, Containerization, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Data Analytics, Apache Nifi, Data Management, Puppet, Software Version Control, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** July 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9010522/cloud-software-engineer-senior-advisor-tssci-wpoly ## About the Role * Active TS/SCI security clearance with a current Polygraph is required. * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline and 20 years of software engineering experience * OR four (4) additional years of relevant software engineering experience in lieu of a degree Strong Java development experience Experience developing distributed, multi-threaded applications Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible or Puppet Experience with Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment (CI/CD), automated testing, and monitoring Experience working in Agile development environments using source code management tools Strong Linux experience Proficiency in at least one scripting language such as Python, Bash, Ruby, or Perl Experience developing microservices-based applications Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration Experience with container technologies such as Docker Preferred Qualifications Additional qualifications that will set you apart, but are not required: * AWS cloud or hybrid cloud experience * Apache Hadoop * Apache Accumulo * Apache NiFi * MongoDB * Message broker technologies such as ActiveMQ * Spring Framework * Python and Bash scripting * Security and compliance best practices * AI/ML or data analytics experience ## Description Provides IC data management support to modernize mega data repositories, dataflow management, data provenance and compliance validation, and streaming solutions., As a Senior Cloud Software Engineer, you'll work independently on complex technical challenges while collaborating with software engineers, systems engineers, and mission stakeholders to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions. This position is performed primarily at the customer site. Routine telework is not currently supported; however, limited ad hoc telework opportunities may be available based on project requirements and mission needs. Responsibilities * Design, develop, integrate, test, and maintain cloud-based software applications * Develop new capabilities while improving performance, scalability, and reliability of existing systems * Build software for distributed, multi-threaded applications running in Linux environments * Integrate and extend commercial (COTS) and government (GOTS) software solutions * Participate in Agile software development activities including code reviews, testing, and sprint planning * Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes * Deploy, monitor, troubleshoot, and sustain production applications * Create technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and design documentation * Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across the development team * Participate in a rotating Tier III on-call support schedule and occasional surge support as mission needs require ## Related Videos - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Coffee with Developers: David Heinemeier Hansson](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/875-coffee-with-developers-david-heinemeier-hansson) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know)