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Software Development Manager

Peraton is a national security company that provides technology solutions and mission capabilities to U.S. government agencies, covering space, intelligence, cyber, defense, and homeland security.

Peraton

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: $112K – $179K per year

United States only

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Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Software Development Manager to lead and oversee integrated software and hardware development efforts for a data-driven healthcare platform – specifically the development of a user interface to translate complex data into actionable insights that combat Fraud, Waste and Abuse. In this role, you will:
  • Serve as the primary development leadership authority, managing a team of direct employees and subcontractors while coordinating closely with the Operations Manager, DevOps Lead and Release Manager to ensure seamless, high-quality delivery across all development workstreams.
  • Directly manage 5–10 full-time employees and provide day-to-day oversight and direction for 5–10 subcontractor personnel across integrated development workstreams.
  • Handle staffing decisions, onboarding, mentoring, and performance evaluations for direct reports.
  • Coordinate closely with the Release Manager, Operations Manager and DevOps Lead to align development priorities, resolve cross-team dependencies, and ensure cohesive delivery.
  • Maintain active, working knowledge of each team member's current assignments, progress, and blockers
  • Partner with other team managers and technical leads to drive cross-functional collaboration across DevSecOps, data engineering, analytics, and platform modernization efforts.
  • Lead development activities across a complex, cloud-hosted system integrating software and hardware components, including AWS infrastructure, COTS products, data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks), and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins).
  • Own and enforce technical quality standards, code review processes, and Definition of Done (DoD) compliance across all development teams.
  • Actively participate in and support SAFe ceremonies including PI Planning, Sprint Planning, Backlog Grooming, Scrum of Scrums, and retrospectives.
  • Identify, track, and mitigate development risks; escalate blockers and cross-team dependencies to the Release Train Engineer (RTE) and Program Manager as appropriate.
  • Support platform modernization initiatives including Snowflake/Databricks migration, AngularJS-to-Angular UI upgrades, containerization (Docker/AWS ECS), and CI/CD pipeline enhancements.
  • Ensure development deliverables meet required performance standards and defined SLAs.
  • Drive architecture discussions, design choices, and coding standards to ensure the team is building the right product the right way.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

  • 10 years of experience, may have supervisory or lead experience
  • Bachelor's degree or Master's degree or PhD required.
  • Proven experience managing software and/or systems development teams, including direct oversight of both employees and subcontractor personnel.
  • Demonstrated experience working within a SAFe Agile environment, including participation in PI Planning, sprint execution, and cross-team coordination.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS cloud environments, including infrastructure management, containerization (Docker, AWS ECS), and cloud-hosted application development.
  • Experience with Snowflake and Databricks as data platforms, including understanding of data pipelines, ETL workflows, and analytics integration.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline tools, particularly Jenkins and GitHub, with the ability to support development teams in writing pipeline-ready code, integrating automated testing, and ensuring development branches meet the standards required for handoff to the release process. Experience with PostgreSQL or similar relational databases in a development context.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and integrate COTS products within a larger system architecture.
  • Proven ability to coordinate across multiple teams and functional leads (e.g., DevOps, Operations, UI development, release management) to drive integrated delivery.
  • Excellent communication skills — written and verbal — with the ability to translate technical concepts for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong risk management skills with the ability to proactively identify issues, assess impacts, and drive resolution.
  • Experience with Splunk for application monitoring, observability, and audit trail management.
  • Hands-on experience with Angular (or AngularJS-to-Angular migration) and modern front-end development practices.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Clearance
  • US Citizenship or Green Card holder and must have been in US for at least 3 of the last 5 years.

Preferred Requirements:

  • SAFe certification (e.g., SAFe Agilist (SA), SAFe Program Consultant (SPC), or SAFe Release Train Engineer (RTE)).
  • Experience supporting CMS, HHS, or other federal health IT programs, particularly in fraud, waste, and abuse detection or claims processing environments.
  • Familiarity with AI/ML development workflows, including LLM integration, model pipeline management, or agentic AI development.
  • Experience with FISMA Moderate systems, NIST SP 800-53 security controls, and ATO maintenance processes.

Peraton Overview

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.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. 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.

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

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Salary

Salary: $112K – $179K per year

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Bachelor degree
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Experience

10 years minimum

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We are a next-generation national security company, committed to driving missions of consequence that span the globe and extend to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As a leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and its allies. We operate at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats, working across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. Our team serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our dedicated employees tackle the 'can't be done,' solving the most daunting challenges that face our customers.

Our approach is built on a foundation of innovation and a culture where every voice matters. We foster collaboration among individuals from diverse backgrounds to address the toughest national security challenges. We believe in celebrating individuality, encouraging growth, and ensuring every team member feels valued and inspired to contribute their unique talents to drive meaningful impact. With a rich heritage spanning over 125 years, we have a legacy of delivering excellence at the speed of the mission. We don't just aim for excellence; we achieve it, as evidenced by numerous industry awards that recognize our innovative solutions and exceptional service. We are passionate about breaking out of silos and looking beyond individual tasks to ensure every component of a mission is in place and performing optimally. For those seeking an impactful career, we offer a unique experience, moving beyond treating applicants as mere numbers. Our commitment extends to our military veterans, who comprise over 20% of our workforce, offering them a place where their service is valued and their professional growth is a priority.

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401(K)

Peraton offers a 401(K) plan.

Pet insurance

Peraton offers pet insurance.

Paid sick days

Peraton provides paid sick days.

Health insurance

Peraton offers health insurance.

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