Senior Software Engineer – Decision Logic, Regulatory Workflow

Peraton

. Lead the design and implementation of decision logic engine updates for new species types and Endangered Species Act Section 7 regulatory logic .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $80,000 - $128,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing decision logic engines and regulatory workflow applications, with a strong focus on federal compliance and technical documentation. Proficient in backend development languages and experienced in integrating REST APIs with cloud data platforms.

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Decision Logic Engine DevelopmentFederal Application DevelopmentJava ProgrammingREST API IntegrationPublic Trust Clearance

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentBusiness Rules Engine DevelopmentDecision Logic SystemsTechnical DocumentationVersion ControlCode ReviewBackend Development LanguagesRegulatory Workflow ApplicationsCompliance MemorandaEnvironmental Regulatory Systems

Tools & Technologies

DatabricksDelta LakeCloud Data Lakehouse ArchitectureConsultation Package BuilderDKeys

Certifications & Qualifications

TOGAF CertificationPublic Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Endangered Species ActSection 7 ComplianceFederal Compliance RequirementsDOIFWSNOAA FisheriesFedRAMPFISMA

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudJavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design and implementation of decision logic engine updates for new species types and Endangered Species Act Section 7 regulatory logic
Implement species list generation logic for marine-only, anadromous, and joint agency consultations
Develop agency routing logic based on species and project location
Incorporate agency-specific content requirements into biological assessment templates within the consultation package builder
Validate end-to-end decision logic and template functionality in a non-production environment
Support pilot consultation workflow execution and resolve logic defects identified during testing
Incorporate live consultation feedback from production into decision logic revisions and consultation package builder updates
Contribute to the Consultation Logic Alignment Memorandum documenting joint agency consultation logic, species routing rules, and template content requirements
Deliver updated DKeys and Consultation Package Builder assets with approved logic changes, template updates, and agency-specific content requirements
Submit finalized logic updates to the government for review and acceptance
Enforce code review requirements before deployments and maintain code in the version-controlled repository

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 8 years professional experience, or a Master's degree and 6 years professional experience, or an Associate's degree and 10 years professional experience, or a high school diploma/equivalent and 12 years professional experience
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
Extensive experience with software development, focused on federal application development
Experience developing complex business rules engines, decision logic systems, or regulatory workflow applications
Proficiency in Java, Python, or equivalent backend development languages
Experience with REST API integration connecting decision logic engines to cloud data platforms and front-end consultation workflows
Experience with federal software development standards, including code review, version control, and peer review requirements
Experience producing formal technical documentation or compliance memoranda for government review and acceptance
Familiarity with federal compliance requirements including Section 508, FedRAMP, and FISMA
TOGAF or equivalent enterprise architecture certification preferred
Experience with Databricks, Delta Lake, or cloud data lakehouse architecture on AWS preferred
Familiarity with DOI, FWS, NOAA Fisheries, or other natural resource agency IT environments preferred
Experience with ESA Section 7 compliance or environmental regulatory systems preferred
Active Public Trust Clearance preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote position
Potential for follow-on work
Possible placement in other Peraton programs at the conclusion of the program
Employees may be eligible for overtime
Employees may be eligible for shift differential
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus