Software Engineer 3 - C++/Python/DevOps/Kubernetes/GPU

Captivation Software; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 20% 401k contribution

$3,600 HSA contribution

Company-paid health/vision/dental/Life

Job summary

Captivation Software seeks a senior software engineer to lead mission critical system development and deployment for satellite communications. You will develop and administer complex systems using C++ or Python, Kubernetes, and GPU technologies, driving reliability and performance across cross-functional teams.

The role requires Top Secret/SCI clearance, a 20-year SWE background, and a degree in STEM. Direct-hire with strong Linux, networking, and DevOps expertise is essential.

Qualifications

• Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable polygraph.
• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science is required.
• 20 years of SWE experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-faceted mission critical system development, deployment and evolution.
• Develop, deploy, and administer complex systems using C++/Python, Kubernetes, and GPU technologies.
• Ensure smooth operation of satellite communication systems and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

C++

Python

DevOps

GPU

Kubernetes

Linux

Bash scripting

YAML/JSON

Networking

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

CKA (certification)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

Rancher

RKE2

Ansible

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Software Engineer 3 - C++/Python/DevOps/Kubernetes/GPU

Annapolis Junction, MD

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 in an extremely customer facing role leading multi faceted mission critical system development, deployment and evolution. The successful candidate will be focusing on the development, deployment, and administration of complex systems using C++ or Python, Kubernetes, and GPU technologies. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our satellite communication systems, from development to deployment, and will work closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure software meets user requirements.

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:

• Twenty (20) years of experience as a SWE is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science from an accredited college or university is required

Desired Skills:

• Kubernetes cluster design, deployment, and lifecycle management
• Specifically Rancher, RKE2 implementation
• Control plane component configuration and troubleshooting
• Worker node management, configuration, and lifecycle automation
• High availability cluster configuration
• Cluster monitoring
• Cluster storage (storage classes, PVC, PC) and integration with external storage systems
• Kubernetes security concepts and implementation (RBAC, service accounts, secrets, certificate management, policy engines)
• CKA certification is a plus
• CNCF projects/tools
• Networking experience (Switching, routing, VLANs)
• Advanced Linux Experience (RHEL/Rocky/EL9)
• Operating system configuration and troubleshooting
• Service management
• PXE boot and automated OS deployment
• Ansible collection creation and management
• Development and Scripting
• Bash scripting experience
• YAML and JSON manipulation
• Knowledge/experience with software unit testing
• Cross-functional team collaboration
• Stakeholder communication and requirements gathering
• Presenting technical concepts to non-technical audiences

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

• 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
• Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

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