Java Developer

Peraton is seeking a skilled Java Developer to support a mission-critical program for a Department of Defense (DoD) customer. The ideal candidate has a strong background in Java development, front-end web technologies, and experience working within secure, enterprise environments. This role will collaborate closely with technical leads, system engineers, and other developers to deliver reliable, secure, and scalable software solutions.

Candidate will be part of a team responsible for all aspects of system development and maintenance including requirements gathering, system analysis and design, documentation, coding, testing, implementation, monitoring production jobs, researching and resolving production problems, dealing with end users and hosting sites to resolve issues and providing technical support to end users and other developers.

Key Responsibilities:
* Design, develop, test, and maintain Java-based applications supporting DoD systems
* Implement front-end features using JavaScript and CSS
* Work with Apache Struts frameworks to enhance and maintain existing applications
* Troubleshoot and resolve software defects in a timely manner
* Collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams to meet project milestones and ensure quality
* Follow DoD security and development standards, documentation requirements, and best practices

This position is 100% Remote.

Required Qualifications:

US Citizenship
• Active Public Trust Clearance, or ability to obtain one
• 5 years with BS/BA; 3 years with MS/MA; 0 years with PhD
• Strong hands-on experience with:
  • Java
  • JavaScript
  • CSS
  • Apache Struts
• Proficiency in object-oriented programming and enterprise application development
• Experience with version control tools
• Solid understanding of secure coding practices and application hardening

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting DoD or other federal programs
• Familiarity with JSP, Tomcat, or related Java web technologies
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

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.