HPC - Senior Software Engineer - Linux, Python, Bash 8/3/2026 Annapolis Junction, MD MD - DRA

Erias Ventures, LLC; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 213,000 - 233,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above Market Pay

11% Roth/401k

Spot Bonuses

Professional Development Bonuses

Medical Coverage

Vision & Dental Coverage

Disability & Life Insurance

Wellness Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Birthday Off

Amazon Prime

Internet Reimbursement

Equipment Allowance

Morale & Events

Swag & Onboarding

Professional Development & Training

Job summary

Erias Ventures, LLC, in Annapolis Junction, MD, seeks a Senior Software Engineer specializing in Linux, Python, and Bash to secure HPC resources and automate protection mechanisms.

The role requires a Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph clearance, 3+ years SWE for master's or 5+ for bachelor's, and hands-on Linux scripting, RBAC/HBAC, and CI/CD with GitLab/Jenkins. Eligible candidates will work on mission-critical systems.

Qualifications

• Experience with Linux CLI and scripting to automate tasks.
• Proficiency in Python development and Bash scripting.
• Experience implementing access controls (RBAC/HBAC) in Linux.
• Familiar with IAM solutions and directory services (LDAP, Kerberos).
• Ansible playbooks for provisioning HPC hardware/software.
• CI/CD experience with GitLab CI and Jenkins.
• Git source control proficiency and collaborative workflows.

Responsibilities

• Implement access controls and permission mechanisms for HPC resources.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and industry standards.
• Develop software solutions using Python for automation and tooling.
• Create and maintain Ansible playbooks to orchestrate provisioning.
• Work with CI/CD pipelines and version control to deliver secure solutions.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash scripting

Python scripting

User and Group Management

RBAC/HBAC

Python development

IAM solutions

Ansible

CI/CD

Git

GitLab CI

Jenkins

Git Source Control

Education

Master’s degree in CS or related

Bachelor’s degree in CS or related

7+ years SWE experience

Tools

Docker

Podman

containerd

JIRA

Confluence

Job description

HPC - Senior Software Engineer - Linux, Python, Bash

• Annapolis Junction, MD

Erias Ventures was founded to serve its customers with an entrepreneurial mindset. We value creative problem-solving, open communication, and empowering our employees to make decisions and put forth new ideas.

Our staff includes technical experts working across multiple disciplines, bringing diverse perspectives to every project. We are seeking engineers who wish to grow their careers and want to become part of a technicallystrong and growth-oriented company focused on bringing innovative solutions to the difficult mission problems facing our customers.

Description

We are seeking a 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.

Clearance

A current Top-Secret/SCI with polygraph security clearance is required. Candidates cannot be sponsored or nominated for a government security clearance under this position.

Experience

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 or 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 or 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, containerd
• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
• Familiar with Agile, Scrum, or Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodologies

Benefits

Erias Ventures provides a complete package of wealth, health, and happiness benefits. The expected salary range for this position, depending on education and years of experience is $213,000 - $233,000.

Wealth Benefits

• Above Market Hourly Pay
• 11% Roth or Traditional 401k with Immediate Vesting and Deposit
• Spot Bonuses for Assisting with Business Development and Company Growth
• Professional Development Bonuses for Certificates and Degrees

Health Benefits

• Company subsidized Medical Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Vision and Dental Coverage
• 100% Company Paid Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability, and Group Life Insurance
• Monthly Wellness Reimbursement

Happiness Benefits

• Paid Time Off with Flexible Work Schedules and Birthday Off
• Amazon Prime Membership and Monthly Internet Reimbursement
• Technology and Productivity Allowance for Equipment and Supplies
• Morale Building and Company Events to Celebrate our Successes and Build our Community
• Onboarding and Annual Swag
• Company Paid Professional Development and Training

At Erias Ventures, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment based on merit, without discrimination. We welcome individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.