Director, Software Engineering Solutions

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 peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

• →Contribute to solution architecture development on Defense pursuits and beyond, across a range of sizes, working under the direction of the sector CTO/team.
• →Develop architecture components in one or more domains: software engineering, application modernization, Systems integration, IT operations, DevSecOps, and/or platform engineering.
• →Support technical solutioning sessions with capture teams, partners, and SMEs - capturing decisions, drafting follow-up content, and producing artifacts.
• →Author technical proposal content (sections, diagrams, tables) under review of senior solution leads.
• →Develop architecture artifacts including system diagrams, data flows, integration approaches, and transition plans.
• →Research emerging technologies, vendor capabilities, and competitive positioning to support solution decisions.
• →Participate in customer engagements to develop understanding of mission requirements and technology environments.

 

Peraton is seeking an experienced Software Solutions Architect to join our team.  The ideal candidate is a hands-on technical contributor on Defense related programs, supporting teams in developing enterprise Software Solution architecture. They will contribute architecture content, develop technical artifacts, support solutioning sessions, and assist in proposal development across a range of pursuit sizes.

 

 

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Mgmt, Engineering, IT, or related field
• Five (5)+ years in enterprise IT solution architecture, DevSecOps, Application Modernization, or similar area.
• 2+ years contributing to solution design on enterprise IT pursuits or programs/solutions.
• Hands-on experience in at least two architecture domains: cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI), application modernization, cybersecurity, data/AI-ML, IT operations, DevSecOps, enterprise platforms, etc.
• Experience translating customer requirements into technical solution components.
• Ability to translate complex mission and business objectives, into practical technical solutions.
• Solid technical writing and communication skills; able to articulate architecture decisions clearly to mixed audiences.
• Experience with: Java, C#, SQL, React, Anglur
• U.S. Citizenship required
• Active Secret clearance or above, or ability obtain

• CompTIA Security+
• Knowledge of multiple security tools; Fortify, Burp, Duck, Grype, Nessus, etc..

$146,000 - $234,000. 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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity. Use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools of any kind during Peraton interviews is strictly prohibited unless the candidate has obtained prior written authorization. All interview responses must be the candidate’s own.

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