Software Engineer 3 – Linux/Bash/Python/Rust/NoSQL/Docker/Kubernetes/Helm

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

401k contribution

Premier hourly rates

HSA contribution

PTO 6 weeks

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Captivation Software is seeking a senior software engineer to develop, sustain, and troubleshoot a suite of applications supporting national security missions.

The role requires top-tier Linux, Python, Rust, NoSQL, and container tools expertise, and a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph. Responsibilities include integration with various platform components, testing, and deployment in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Top Secret/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph; US citizen.
• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in CS or related field with several years of SWE experience.
• Experience in large-scale software development and integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop, sustain, and troubleshoot the project’s software suite.
• Integrate with COTS, GOTS, and FOSS products, libraries, and packages.
• Participate in testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash scripting

Python (3.x)

Rust programming

NoSQL MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm charts

RabbitMQ

GitLab CI

Ansible

Git

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

PostgreSQL

Jira

Confluence

Ansible

RabbitMQ

Git

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 shall be responsible for developing, sustaining, and troubleshooting the project’s software suite of applications and possibly future capabilities as mission needs arise. Software development activities include implementation, testing, and integration with other COTS, GOTS, and FOSS products, packages, and libraries.

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 five (5) 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 seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Nine (9) 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
• Experience developing scripts using Bash
• Recent Python (3.x) software development experience
• Experience with Rust programming concepts, or a willingness and aptitude to learn Rust
• Experience with NoSQL databases including MongoDB
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker and containers
• Experience with container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes
• Experience creating Helm Charts to deploy containerized services on Kubernetes
• Familiar with Messaging Frameworks including RabbitMQ
• Familiar with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools including GitLab CI
• Familiar with IaC principles, methodologies, and tools such as Ansible
• Experience with Git Source Control System

Desired Skills:

• Experience with SQL databases including PostgreSQL
• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite including Jira and 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