Senior Software Developer

As a Senior Software Developer at Peraton, you will lead the strategic planning and execution of migrating legacy applications to AWS cloud environments. You will drive architectural decisions, mentor agile teams, oversee the software development lifecycle, and ensure best practices in CI/CD processes.

To qualify as a Senior Software Developer at Peraton, you need a Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Proficiency in enterprise software development, including Java and AWS services, is critical.

Essential skills for this position include proficiency in Java, Spring/Spring Boot, JavaScript frameworks, cloud-native architectures, and experience managing software security practices. Familiarity with CI/CD tools like Git and Jenkins is also important.

The work environment for a Senior Software Developer at Peraton is entirely remote, with collaborative teamwork using agile methodologies. You will also participate in onboarding sessions in Vienna, VA, fostering a strong team culture.

The salary range for a Senior Software Developer at Peraton is typically between $104,000 and $166,000, depending on experience and other contributing factors.

When migrating legacy applications to cloud environments, I focus on conducting a thorough analysis of the existing application architecture, identifying critical components, and creating a step-by-step migration plan. I leverage AWS services to ensure scalability and performance while ensuring minimal disruption during the migration.

I have hands-on experience with various AWS services including EC2, S3, Lambda, and API Gateway. My previous projects have involved architecting solutions that utilize these services to improve application performance and scalability while ensuring a robust security posture.

I have established and maintained CI/CD processes using tools like Jenkins and GitLab. I emphasize automation of testing and deployment processes to ensure high-quality code delivery and faster time to market.

I incorporate security best practices from the beginning of the software development lifecycle, such as threat modeling and regular security audits. Using tools for vulnerability scanning and implementing remediation workflows is part of my preventative approach to security.

I once led a project that involved migrating a critical database application from an on-premises solution to a fully managed cloud service. It required significant preparation, stakeholder engagement, and careful monitoring of the transition process, ensuring data integrity and application performance.

I prefer Agile methodologies as they promote adaptive planning and flexibility in development. I find that this approach enhances team collaboration and enables us to respond quickly to changing requirements.

I take a hands-on approach to mentoring by providing guidance through code reviews, facilitating pair programming sessions, and offering regular feedback. I encourage open communication and help them set learning goals tailored to their career aspirations.

To enhance team collaboration, I ensure there are clear communication channels in place, hold regular standups to sync progress, and encourage team members to share their challenges and successes. Utilizing collaboration tools is critical for a remote working environment.

Key factors include scalability, performance, maintainability, and security. I prioritize a design that can accommodate future growth while also ensuring efficient resource utilization and minimal latency.

I have extensive experience with Java frameworks, particularly Spring and Spring Boot. I leverage Spring Boot for rapid application development and integration with various cloud services, ensuring robust and efficient backend solutions.