Senior Software Developer

Responsibilities

Join Peraton in advancing the safety, efficiency, and modernization of the National Airspace System (NAS) through the FAA's Business, National Airspace, and Technical Computing Services (BNATCS) contract. As a trusted partner to the Federal Aviation Administration, Peraton helps deliver the systems and services that keep our nation's skies safe and connected. We're looking for innovative professionals who thrive in mission-critical environments and are passionate about shaping the future of air traffic management. This is your chance to make an impact on one of the world's most vital transportation infrastructures, working alongside leaders in aviation, engineering, data science, and systems integration.

At Peraton, you won't just support the mission — you'll define it.

Join a team dedicated to protecting the safety and integrity of U.S. air travel. Peraton is seeking a Senior Software Developer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The ideal candidate will support technical design, conduct design reviews, and ensure application requirements and standards are met. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions that drive mission success and operational excellence. Whether you're supporting safety validation efforts or leading teams on major FAA programs, your work will directly impact the millions of passengers and aviation professionals who rely on safe, efficient airspace operations every day. 

In this position, you will:

• Support technical design and architecture for complex software systems.

• Conduct design and code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, requirements, and performance standards.

• Translate business and technical requirements into scalable, maintainable, and secure software solutions.

• Collaborate closely with project managers, QA engineers, and other developers to ensure alignment on deliverables.

• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code using modern programming languages and frameworks.

• Identify opportunities to optimize performance, improve user experience, and reduce technical debt.

• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers, fostering a culture of excellence and learning.

• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to bring innovative ideas to the team.

Why This Role Matters

The NAS is one of the world's most sophisticated and high-stakes infrastructures. By providing expert design guidance, reviewing implementation details, and upholding development standards, you will directly influence system reliability, scalability, and security—ensuring technology solutions align with both business goals and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Must have the ability to obtain / maintain a Public Trust clearance. 
• Bachelor's degree and 12 years of experience or Masters degree and 10 years experience or Associate's degree and 14 years experience or HS diploma/equivalent and 16 years experience. 
• Proven experience in software development.

• Proficiency in modern programming languages (e.g., Java, C#, Python, or JavaScript) and related frameworks.

• Strong understanding of software design patterns, architecture principles, and SDLC methodologies.

• Experience conducting design reviews and ensuring compliance with coding standards and application requirements.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in collaborative, agile environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Exposure to FAA programs or NAS systems.

• Experience with FAA systems, federal modernization efforts, or mission-critical environments.

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

• Background in DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.

• Knowledge of security standards and performance optimization techniques.

• Advanced certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Developer, Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate) or equivalent.

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Peraton Overview

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 do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. 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.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.

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