Software Development Engineer at Peraton

About the Role

Peraton is seeking a Software Development Engineer to support the NOAA AWIPS program – the primary system National Weather Service meteorologists use to visualize data, track severe weather, and issue public warnings. AWIPS powers operations across more than 150 forecast offices nationwide. As part of the development team, you will help build and enhance the software that enables forecasters to make real‑time, life‑saving decisions.

• Design, develop, test, and maintain software applications supporting mission‑critical systems.
• Write, test, and maintain software in languages such as Java, Python, C++, or similar.
• Develop APIs, services, and integration components.
• Support code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Collaborate with systems, QA, and Cloud teams during development cycles.

• 5 years of experience with a BS/BA; 3 years with an MS/MA; 0 years with a PhD.
• 4 years of relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with software development methodologies and life cycles.
• Experience developing software using Java, C++, Python, Perl, Powershell, Bash, etc.
• Familiar with common software development tools including Git, Gradle, Ant, Jenkins, etc.
• Experience working in an Agile development environment.
• Extensive experience with Windows OS.
• Experience with automated testing tools (e.g., JUnit).
• Experience with VHDL and developing Linux RHEL drivers.
• Familiar with the Atlassian tool suite, including Jira, Insight, Confluence, Risk Register, Crucible, Bitbucket, etc.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.

• Experience supporting NOAA, NWS, or other environmental or weather‑focused operational systems.
• Experience working within a distributed virtual team environment, with proficiency in remote collaboration tools and practices.
• Experience leading projects and process improvement activities to completion with successful outcomes and delivery of desired results.
• Active/Current Public Trust.

$104,000 – $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including 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.

Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays.

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