API Gateway Engineer
Peraton
This senior engineering role lets you own critical infrastructure from day one. You'll work on systems that support thousands of users in national security, using modern cloud architecture and scaled agile processes. If you want real responsibility early in your career, this is a direct path to it.
Your day-to-day includes configuring and maintaining API gateway systems, setting up policies for message transformation and protocol translation, and keeping 24/7 operations running smoothly. You'll write design documentation, handle software deployments, and coordinate integrations across multiple platforms. The work is hands-on and directly impacts how the system performs at scale.
This fits you if you have strong fundamentals in cloud infrastructure, APIs, or backend systems—whether from coursework, side projects, or early internships. You don't need years of experience; you need solid engineering skills and the ability to learn fast in a structured team environment using SAFe agile processes. The role is remote, though occasional travel to the Quantico, VA client site is expected if you're not already in the D.C. area.
To apply, head to CareerJumpShip, search this posting, and submit your resume and any portfolio links. Include specific examples of infrastructure or API work you've done.
About this role
Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Senior API Gateway Engineer for a remote position. This role may require occasional travel to the client's site in Quantico, VA therefore it is preferred candidate is local to the Washington, D.C Metro area. This an opportunity to use Large Solution Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) agile processes to develop, maintain, integrate, and operate cloud-hosted personnel security and assurance systems and applications, integrating their functionality into a modern system of system. This effort resulting system development solution supports thousands of users performing a critical national security mission. What you'll do: Perform gateway administration and operations, including configuring and maintaining API gateway virtual appliances Configure policies for message transformation, protocol translation and service orchestration 24x7 support for troubleshooting issues involving API Gateways Create and maintain design documentation, including sequence diagrams and use cases for internal and external use Software deployment and patching Create update bundles between gateways using the Gateway Migration Utility Coordinate integration of SiteMinder and other identity providers with the API Gateway Design and implement API security protocols Optimize the performance of the API gateway by monitoring and analyzing system logs, identifying bottlenecks and implementing performance tuning measures Collaborate with other teams and stakeholders to gather requirements and implement new features Keep up-to-date with industry trends and new technologies related to API gateways and integration Qualifications Required Qualifications: Education: 8 years with BS/BA; 6 years with MS/MA; 3 years with a PhD Certifications: Relevant DoD 8570 Security certification (such as CISSP or Security+) Clearance: Active TS clearance Requires in-depth experience with API Gateway, with exposure to ITSM Tools (Remedy, Service Now, JIRA Help Desk etc) Exposure to web services (SOAP, RESTful, XML, JSON, etc.) Knowledge of IT standards, methodologies, system development life cycle and project management frameworks Local to the Washington DC Metro area (highly preferred) Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Mulesoft API products (Mulesoft certification desired) 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 $104,000 - $166,000. 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. EEO EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law. Originally posted on Himalayas