This position requires full-time on-site work at a customer facility near College Park, MD.
Responsibilities may include
Oversee one or more software development teams
Confer with system engineers and hardware engineers
Coordinate softeare system imstallation and monitor equipment functioning
Support 4G/5G telecom testbeds, including core network, RAN, IMS, BBU, and related network components
Build and maintain containerized and cloud-native environments using tools such as Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm
Develop scripts and automation for system privisioning, configuration management, testing, deployment, and research operations
Support CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, version control workflows, and repeatable deployment processes
Configure and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including routers, switches, VLANs, DNS/DHCP, NAT, firewalls, and segmented lab networks
Support virtualization and/or cluster environments using tools such as Proxmox, OpenStack, VMware, or similar platforms
Integrate software applications, network services, telecom components, and research prototypes into complex multi-system environments
Document configurations, deployment steps, troubleshooting procedures, and operational runbooks
Work independently and collaboratively with government, Peraton Labs, and subcontractor teams
This position may be eligible for an increased sign-on bonus. Eligibility, bonus amount, and applicable terms and conditions will be discussed during the recruiting process*
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Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of 14 years of relevant experience with BS/BA; Minimum of 12 years with MS/MA; Or a minimum 9 years experience with Ph.D. In lieu of a Bachelors' degree an additional 4 years of experience is required for a total of 18+ years of experience
Strong Linux systems experience
Ability to program/script in Python, Bash, C/C++, Java, Go, or similar languages
Experience with DevOps, systems engineering, infrastructure automation, network engineering, or platform engineering
Experience with containers such as Docker, Podman, or Kubernetes-based environments
Understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, routing, switching, VLANs, DNS, DHCP, NAT, and firewalls
Experience troubleshooting complex software, system, network, or infrastructure issues
Ability to support hands-on lab, prototype, test, or operational environments
Strong communication and documentation skills
US Citizenship
Active Top Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCI w/Poly security clearance
Desired Additional Skills
Experience with 4G/5G telecom equipment or software, including BBUs, RAN, 5G Core, EPC, IMS, gNB/eNB, Open RAN, or virtualized network functions
Experience with telecom platforms such as OpenAirInterface (OAI), srsRAN, free5GC, Open5GS, Amarisoft, Magma, or similar tools
Experience with Kubernetes, Helm, Kustomize, Docker Comose, Argo CD, or Flux
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Gitlab CI, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Tekton
Experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform/OpenTofu, Packer, Pupet, Chef, or SaltStack
Experience with virtualization or private cloud platforms such as Proxmox, OpenStack, VMWare, KVM/libvirt, or Nutanix
Experience with hardware clusters, cyber ranges, telecom labs, SDR platforms, or network experimentation environments
Experience with monitoring or logging tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/OpenSearch, Loki, Fluent Bit, Zabbix, or Nagios
Experience with test automation, system integration testing, network validation, or performance testing
Familiarity with secure system design, STIGs, RMF, vulnerability management, or classified government environments
Familiarity with RF, SDR, wireless communications, cyber operations, network security research, SDN, NFV, or service mesh technologies
Target Salary Range $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.
Benefits Statement
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. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Statements 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.
- EEO
- EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
