Software Engineer, Senior Advisor
Peraton
Laurel, MD · Posted October 26, 2026
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The Software Engineer develops, maintains, and enhances advanced software systems—including analytics, novel algorithms, large-scale data processing, real-time systems, and business applications—based on documented requirements. Works independently or within a team to design, test, and validate software components, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with specifications. Applies appropriate development methodologies and provides system-level design input, including hardware/software trade-offs, software reuse, integration of COTS/GOTS solutions, and translation of system objectives into component-level requirements. - Lead software release management and define end-to-end schedules across multiple systems. - Design, maintain, and evolve...