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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Development Lead - **Company:** Peraton Inc - **Location:** Melbourne, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $128,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Confluence, JIRA, Software Bug Management, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Programming Tools, Middleware, Junit, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, SAP Plant Maintenance, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Virtualization Technology, Backend, Git, Containerization, Kubernetes, Atlassian Tools, Devsecops, Docker - **Published:** June 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/17190140/Software-Development-Lead-Florida-Melbourne ## About the Role Must Haves: * 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD * Active TS/SCI clearance * Current Security+ Certification * Must understand nuclear phenomena and the processing of NUDET data from sensors * Nuclear simulation experience required * AWS experience required * Experience with Linux, Windows (advanced system administration), Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence), Kubernetes, Containerization (Docker), Virtualization, DevOps/CI/CD and Oracle * Working Knowledge of C+, Java, Phython Languages, Agile and Waterfall Methodology ## Description Are you ready to make an impact? We are looking for you to join our team as a cleared Software Development Lead based out of Melbourne, FL! This position will report directly to the Program Manager. The candidate will be responsible for leading a team of engineers (front, backend and middle). The Software Development Lead will be responsible for the following, but not limited to: Perform software engineering and development activities associated with supporting, maintaining, and enhancing software using an Agile DevSecOps model. * Develop and integrate bug fixes and new feature enhancements using customer-approved development tools and processes (e.g., Java, Jira, Git, JUnit). * Develop and maintain code and integrate software components into a fully functional software system. * Deploy processes and tools and establish metrics. * Demonstrate experience developing containerized applications and deploying to Kubernetes. * Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines. * Knowledge of Jira and Confluence. * Interface with other senior technical teams. * Responsible for leading and managing customer TEMS Additional Responsibilities: * Lead and mentor front-end, back-end, and middleware engineers. * Manage software development activities across the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC). * Coordinate sprint planning with PM, backlog prioritization, and software release activities. * Ensure software deliveries meet cost, schedule, and technical performance objectives. * Provide technical leadership and oversight for software architecture and design decisions. * Support customer meetings, technical interchange meetings, demonstrations, and program reviews. * Identify, track, and mitigate technical, schedule, and resource risks. * Drive adoption of DevSecOps best practices, automation, and continuous process improvement. * Collaborate with Systems Engineering, Test, Cybersecurity, and Configuration Management teams to ensure successful delivery of software capabilities. * Support staffing, recruiting, employee development, and performance management activities. * Ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements, STIGs, and RMF processes within classified environments. * Report software development status, metrics, and risks to program and customer leadership. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [How Unit Testing Saved My Career](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1642-how-unit-testing-saved-my-career) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [From boy scouting to redrawing the landscape](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1140-from-boy-scouting-to-redrawing-the-landscape) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) ## Related Articles - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [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) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [Résumé-Driven Development: How IT trends affect the job market for software developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/59-resume-driven-development-how-it-trends-affect-the-job-market-for-software-developers)