Software Engineer 3 - Python/C/C++/RF/Bash/Hardware

Captivation Software

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Annapolis Junction, MD Until 8/23/2026 15+ years exp First posted June 17, 2026 Last posted June 17, 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 senior level software engineer who will be assisting with daily responsibilities. 

 

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:

  • Fifteen (15) years of experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
  • Four (4) years of additional SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Required Skills:

  • General Python scripting and large Python systems design/development
  • C/C++ systems design/development
  • Scripting languages (Bash, awk, sed, powershell)
  • RF Signals Familiarity

Desired Skills:

  • STM32 microcontroller software development experience
  • Familiarity with STM32CubeMX, STM32CubeIDE, STM32CubeProgrammer, STM32CubeMonitor)
  • Work with Raspberry Pi4, 5 series products
  • Hardware solutions breadboarding, debug and related tools (multimeter, etc)
  • Familiarity with silicon digital logic devices (demux, mux, gating, etc)
  • RF Signals analysis tools, test tools, and their usage (FieldFox, Spectrum analyzer)
  • Customer AI web services (both networks)

 

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 support software for RF signals, hardware, and security systems.

Job title

Software Engineer 3 - Python/C/C++/RF/Bash/Hardware

Experience level

senior level

Minimum experience

15+ years exp

Industry

software

Location requirements

Must be located in Annapolis Junction, MD; remote not allowed.

Salary

$130k–$270k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

pythonc++bashrf signals

Preferred skills

stm32 microcontrollerraspberry pihardware debuggingdigital logicrf analysis tools

Specializations

pythonc++rf signalsbashhardware
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

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