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. Visitperaton.comto learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure. Responsibilities We Are Hiring: Software Solutions ArchitectLocation: Washington D.C.We are seeking a talentedSoftware Solutions Architectto support a critical Government initiative.This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled team maintaining and enhancing a sophisticatedprivate cloud infrastructurethat interfaces with real-time, mission‑critical internal systems.As part of this effort, you will help integrate externally developed capabilities into internal operations, collaborating closely with two principal developers who oversee comprehensive cloud operations.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain applications using PHP, Python, C, and C++.Support a real-time data enrichment and sharing infrastructure.Work across both web-based front-end systems and robust back-end ingestion/processing pipelines.Assist in absorbing and integrating external workflows into internal operations.Collaborate on OpenStack environments and virtualized cloud platforms.Support Linux and Windows system environments.Research and explore implementation of a self-sustaining AI engine within the OpenStack ecosystem. Qualifications Required Qualifications:Bachelors degree and minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.A current Top Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility and the ability to obtain a polygraph.Technical Skills:Proficiency in PHP, Python, C, and C++.Experience with OpenStack.Strong Linux and Windows system knowledge.Familiarity with virtualization platforms.Soft Skills:Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities.Team-oriented mindset with proven collaboration experience.Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.Adaptability and drive for reform initiatives.Preferred QualificationsExperience working with AI systems and frameworks.Background in AI implementation and deployment.Knowledge of AI/ML integration in cloud environments.