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# Junior Software Engineer

- **Company:** Peraton Inc
- **Location:** Herndon, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $128,000.0
- **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Databases, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), PostgreSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Requirements Management, Server Administration, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Test-Driven Development (TDD), ReactJS, Software Coding, Microservices
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/junior-software-engineer-herndon-va--7bc6d40c-5145-4388-8345-4507831b6db7

## About the Role

Software Engineering, Software Engineering, Microservices, Cloud Computing, Agile Programming Methodologies, DevOps, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Software Administration, Requirements Management, * Bachelor's degree in an area relevant to the position with 2+ years of relevant experience OR a Master's degree in an area relevant to the position; an additional 4 years of relevant experience maybe considered in lieu of a degree.

 * Active TS/SCI or SCI eligibility and active polygraph or ability to obtain a polygraph
 * Strong foundational knowledge working with Java OOP development.
 * Willingness to learn and become an effective team member.
 * Strong written and oral communication skills.
 * Full-time work in a SCIF

Desired Qualifications:

 * An already active TS/SCI security clearance.
 * Demonstrated experience with the systems engineering life-cycle.
 * Previous hands-on experience through coursework or internships.
 * Previous hands-on coding experience with Python, React, Javascript, Postgres, & SQL.

## Description

Peraton is seeking a Software Engineer II in our Herndon, VA location to support a large software development classified program developing, operating, and maintaining mission critical enterprise capabilities. Program includes development and support for existing mission systems in parallel with effort to develop and deliver modernized cloud native, microservice-based products. Team applies Agile methodology, DevOps principles and behavior and test-driven development practices., * Candidate will apply agile development processes to implement features as defined by user stories, 3-week Sprints/3 Month Spins.

 * 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 database.