Software Engineer 2 - Linux/Bash/Python/HashiCorp/Docker/Ansible/HPC

Captivation Software

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Annapolis Junction, MD Until 8/22/2026 7+ years exp First posted June 23, 2026 Last posted June 23, 2026
Job description

Build to something to be proud of.


Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

 

Description


Captivation Software is looking for a mid level software engineer who shall be responsible for developing and maintaining system management infrastructure software and services for High Performance Computing (HPC) systems in a Linux environment.

 

Requirements


Security Clearance:

  • Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus three (3) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus five (5) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
  • Seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Required Skills:

  • Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux tools
  • Experience developing Bash scripts to automate manual processes
  • Recent software development experience using Python
  • Familiar with Datacenter Infrastructure Management (DCIM) tools such as Netbox
  • Experience with Secret Management tools such as HashiCorp Vault
  • Familiar with Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions such as Keycloak
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, PodMan, containers
  • Experience with automation frameworks including Ansible for orchestrating deployment
  • Familiar with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI and Jenkins
  • Experience with Git Source Control System

Desired Skills:

  • Familiar with Observability and Analytics platform solutions such as Splunk
  • Familiar with Agile, Scrum, or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies
  • Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)

 

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits


  • Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
  • Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
  • Above Market Hourly Rates
  • $3,600 HSA Contribution
  • 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
  • Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

 

About this role

Summary

Develop and maintain system management infrastructure for HPC on Linux, using scripting, containerization, and automation.

Job title

Software Engineer 2 - Linux/Bash/Python/HashiCorp/Docker/Ansible/HPC

Experience level

7+ years

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

On-site in Annapolis Junction MD, no remote work allowed.

Salary

$130k–$270k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

Linux CLIBash scriptingPythonHashiCorp VaultDockerAnsibleGitLab CIJenkins

Preferred skills

SplunkAgileJIRAConfluence

Specializations

LinuxBashPythonHashiCorpDocker
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

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