AWS Cloud Data Migration Engineer/Developer

We are seeking a AWS Cloud Data Migration Engineer/Developer to lead application development and support efforts for a secure Web-based financial transactions electronic filing (E-Filing) system. This mission-critical system supports government objectives and compliance with internal policies, executive mandates, and congressional orders.

In this role, you will serve as the technical expert for software development, AWS Cloud engineering, and data migration. You will collaborate closely with federal customers and technical teams (Peraton and subcontractor personnel) to ensure secure, reliable, and scalable solutions are delivered in AWS GovCloud.

This is a unique opportunity to apply deep technical skills and leadership experience to modernize legacy systems, migrate applications and data to cloud, and deliver enterprise-grade solutions that directly impact mission success. The hired individual must be able to travel to the customer site as needed.

What will you do:

Lead application and database migration initiatives to AWS Cloud (GovCloud) and MS Azure environments.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain secure, scalable applications supporting E-Filing financial transactions systems.
• Architect and execute data migration strategies from legacy systems to AWS cloud services.
• Provide expertise in AWS SDKs/APIs, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (CloudFormation, Terraform), and data integration tools including ETL, ACK, LDAP, blob storage, and Cron scheduling.
• Develop and deliver code using technologies such as Java, Spring/Spring Boot, J2EE, ReactJS, NodeJS, JSON, REST, APIs, GIT, and GAT.
• Integrate and optimize databases such as Postgres and Oracle, supporting real-time, continuous data streams.
• Utilize AWS services including API Gateway, Lambda, S3, EC2, Step Functions, SNS, SQS, ECS/EKS, and CloudFormation.
• Support system administration and application services using Linux, WebLogic, JBoss, and Apache Tomcat.
• Conduct technical code reviews, daily system checks, and troubleshooting for team members.
• Ensure all development is tested thoroughly to eliminate defects and maintain contract compliance.
• Prepare and present technical documentation and deliverables to stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively in an Agile/SAFe environment, supporting continuous improvement and innovation.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks, support team members, and deliver high-quality results.
• Lead high-impact cloud migration and modernization efforts in a secure federal environment.
• Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven team of developers and engineers.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on complex projects with real-world significance.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of experience or 12 years of experience with a HS Diploma.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Experience in accelerated application and database development, including application and data migration to AWS and MS Azure.
• Strong background in migrating and modernizing legacy systems with real-time, high-availability requirements.
• Proficiency with AWS SDKs/APIs, CloudFormation, and/or Terraform.
• Proficiency with Java Development.
• Hands-on experience with ETL processes, ACK, LDAP, blob storage, Cron scheduling, JSON, REST, APIs, GIT, and GAT.

Preferred Qualifications:

• AWS Certifications (Architect, Developer, or equivalent).
• SAFe Certification and experience working in Agile environments.
• Experience with Agile engineering best practices, DevSecOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing frameworks.

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.