Software Engineer 2 - Linux/Bash/Python/IAM/CI/CD/Git

Captivation SoftwareAnnapolis Junction, MDgreenhousepublished 08/10/2026
Must-have:PythonGitDockerAgileScrumCI/CDSecurity

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 implementing access controls and permission mechanisms for securing access to critical HPC system resources through robust permission management, ensuring compliance with the Agency’s security policies and industry standards.

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

Proficiency in scripting (Bash/Python) to automate tasks and processes

Basic Linux systems administration including User and Group Management

Experience implementing Access Controls and permissions including RBAC and HBAC in a Linux environment

Experience developing software solutions using the Python programming languages

Familiar with IAM solutions such as KeyCloak, FreeIPA, SSSD, LDAP, Kerberos

Experience developing Ansible playbooks to orchestrate the automation of provisioning HPC hardware and software components

Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI and Jenkins

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)

Familiar with Agile, Scrum, or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies

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