ClearanceJobs
Software Developer - Big Data (Space Domain)
ClearanceJobs, Herndon, Virginia, United States, 22070
Senior Java Developer
Peraton is looking for a Senior Java Developer in Herndon, VA or Aurora, CO to support Intelligence Community and DoD customers as part of a talented, high-performing team. As part of this team you will work with emerging service and distributed computing technologies for satellite situational awareness (SSA) data processing and distribution. The EMMETT program, a next gen Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Indications and Warning (I&W) system, establishes a repository of resident space objects (RSOs), finds RSOs of interest, and provides data to ground operators. The EMMETT team uses programmatics, sensor modeling, and system engineering expertise to deliver this world-class SDA I&W system. What you'll do supporting the Common Data Services (CDS) on EMMETT: Design, develop, and implement scalable and efficient data ingestion pipelines using Apache NiFi to collect, transform, and route data from diverse sources. Develop and maintain data processing applications primarily in Java, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. Design and manage NoSQL databases, specifically MongoDB, to store vast amounts of heterogeneous space-domain data. Build and expose secure, performant Data APIs to enable internal and external applications to access and consume processed data. Collaborate closely with data scientists, aerospace engineers, and mission specialists to understand data requirements. Implement data quality, validation, and governance processes. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data workflows and database performance. Contribute to the full software development lifecycle. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices. Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Additional four (4) years experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment or at customers request- contract requires TS/SCI with poly. The candidate must maintain the clearance. Must be proficient in Java. Desired Qualifications: Experience with other big data technologies. Familiarity with cloud platforms. Experience with containerization technologies. Knowledge of data warehousing concepts. Experience with version control systems. Understanding of satellite data formats. Active CompTIA Security+ CE certification. Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan. Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Peraton is looking for a Senior Java Developer in Herndon, VA or Aurora, CO to support Intelligence Community and DoD customers as part of a talented, high-performing team. As part of this team you will work with emerging service and distributed computing technologies for satellite situational awareness (SSA) data processing and distribution. The EMMETT program, a next gen Space Domain Awareness (SDA) Indications and Warning (I&W) system, establishes a repository of resident space objects (RSOs), finds RSOs of interest, and provides data to ground operators. The EMMETT team uses programmatics, sensor modeling, and system engineering expertise to deliver this world-class SDA I&W system. What you'll do supporting the Common Data Services (CDS) on EMMETT: Design, develop, and implement scalable and efficient data ingestion pipelines using Apache NiFi to collect, transform, and route data from diverse sources. Develop and maintain data processing applications primarily in Java, ensuring high performance, reliability, and security. Design and manage NoSQL databases, specifically MongoDB, to store vast amounts of heterogeneous space-domain data. Build and expose secure, performant Data APIs to enable internal and external applications to access and consume processed data. Collaborate closely with data scientists, aerospace engineers, and mission specialists to understand data requirements. Implement data quality, validation, and governance processes. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize data workflows and database performance. Contribute to the full software development lifecycle. Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices. Required Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of relevant experience; OR a Master's degree with 6+ years of relevant experience. Additional four (4) years experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. This position requires the candidate possess a minimum of Top Secret clearance with ability to upgrade to TS/SCI and pass a polygraph within 30 days of employment or at customers request- contract requires TS/SCI with poly. The candidate must maintain the clearance. Must be proficient in Java. Desired Qualifications: Experience with other big data technologies. Familiarity with cloud platforms. Experience with containerization technologies. Knowledge of data warehousing concepts. Experience with version control systems. Understanding of satellite data formats. Active CompTIA Security+ CE certification. Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan. Target Salary Range: $135,000 - $216,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.