Peraton · 3 months ago
Senior Software Developer – CAD Systems (OpenVMS)
US-NY-New York
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$135K/yr - $216K/yr
8+ years expPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe. They are seeking a Technical Lead – CAD Systems (OpenVMS) to provide technical expertise and leadership for the customer’s Computer Aided Dispatch systems built on OpenVMS technology, collaborating with stakeholders to design, implement, and maintain robust technical solutions.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Collaborate with business and technical leaders to understand functional and non-functional requirements for the CAD application
Design and propose technical solutions to meet requirements, ensuring scalability, reliability, and performance in the OpenVMS environment
Lead troubleshooting and resolution of critical system issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring operational continuity for CAD systems
Develop and implement solutions for monitoring the CAD application and its OpenVMS environment, including performance metrics, system health, and alerting mechanisms
Coordinate with developers during technical implementation, providing guidance on coding standards, system architecture, and best practices
Define and enforce processes and standards to ensure high-quality delivery of technical solutions, adhering to customer’s operational and compliance requirements
Conduct root cause analysis for incidents and implement preventive measures to enhance system stability
Work with cross-functional teams to integrate new features, patches, or upgrades into the CAD system while maintaining compatibility with OpenVMS
Document technical designs, configurations, and processes to support knowledge transfer and maintainability
Stay current with OpenVMS advancements, CAD system trends, and public safety technology to recommend innovative solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree and 8 years of experience or a High School diploma and 12 years of experience
Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card holder
Minimum of 8+ years of experience in systems engineering or technical leadership roles
At least 3 years of hands-on experience with OpenVMS-based applications
Strong technical expertise in OpenVMS architecture, system administration, and application development
Experience leading technical teams and coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver solutions on schedule
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex system issues and implement effective, proactive monitoring strategies
Ability to analyze and translate functional and non-functional requirements into scalable and secure technical designs
Strong knowledge of OpenVMS system administration tools, DCL scripting, and performance optimization
Proficiency with application and system monitoring tools for mission-critical environments
Effective communication skills for interfacing with technical and business teams
Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the full software development lifecycle (SDLC)
Comfortable working in high-pressure, public safety-focused environments
Must be local to the New York City area and available for on-site work as required
Preferred
Relevant certifications such as OpenVMS, ITIL, or TOGAF
Experience working with New York City government agencies or public sector clients
Background in public safety systems or emergency response technologies
Familiarity with IT Service Management (ITSM) tools such as ServiceNow or JIRA
Experience integrating OpenVMS systems with third-party applications or APIs
Benefits
Employees may be eligible for overtime
Shift differential
Discretionary bonus
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2025-09-25
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