Captivation Software

Software Engineer 2 - Linux/Bash/Python/Rust/HPC/CI/CD/Git/Agile

Annapolis Junction, MDPosted Sep 16, 2026

Requirements at a glance

Software Engineer 2 - Linux/Bash/Python/Rust/HPC/CI/CD/Git/Agile at Captivation Software is a role based in Annapolis Junction, MD. The posting asks for a bachelor's degree. It does not mention visa sponsorship. It lists a security clearance requirement. Key skills include Python, Rust, Docker, and Linux. Applications are submitted through Greenhouse.

Education
Bachelor's degree
Visa sponsorship
Not mentioned in the posting
Security clearance
Security clearance
Application platform
Greenhouse

Skills in this posting

  • Python
  • Rust
  • Docker
  • Linux
  • Git
  • Jira
  • Agile

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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
  • Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Python) to automate tasks and processes
  • Recent software development experience using Python
  • Recent software development experience using Rust
  • Experience with automation frameworks including Ansible for orchestrating deployment
  • Experience developing authentication protocols, authorization logic, access control lists, and permissions for HPC systems in a Linux environment
  • Basic Linux systems administration including User and Group Management
  • Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
  • Familiar with Agile, Scrum, or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies
  • Experience with Git Source Control System

Desired Skills:

  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker, PodMan, containers
  • 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

 

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