Software Integration Engineer 4 - Linux/Bash/Python/Docker/Kubernetes/Helm

Captivation

Maryland

On-site

USD 130,000 - 270,000

Full time

6 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (D0

Up to 20% 401k contribution

Above Market Hourly Rates

$3,600 HSA Contribution

6 Weeks Paid Time Off

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision/Li

Job summary

Captivation is seeking a senior software integration engineer to work in Linux environments, focusing on Kubernetes cluster maintenance and capability development. You will support automated deployment, scaling, and management of containerized apps within the CASA Compute Environment.

Required are strong Linux skills, Bash/Python scripting, and IaC with Ansible, plus experience with Kubernetes, Docker/Podman, Flux, and GitLab CI/CD. A Top Secret/SCI clearance is needed.

Qualifications

Experience with Linux CLI and scripting for automation.
Strong Linux and container orchestration knowledge.
Proficient in deploying and managing Kubernetes workloads.
IaC with Ansible and modern deployment tools.

Responsibilities

Maintain and administer Kubernetes clusters in Linux environments.
Develop capabilities and automation for deployment and scaling.
Collaborate on Platform-as-a-Service for CASA Compute Environment.
Troubleshoot Kubernetes workloads including ingress, networking, storage.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash/Python scripting

Kubernetes administration

Ansible IaC

Git workflows

Flux and Helm

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

Podman

Helm

Flux

Git

Ansible

VS Code

VMware

OneView

GitLab CI/CD

FastAPI

NGINX

HAProxy

Confluence

Jira

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 integration engineer who shall be responsible for working in Linux environments to perform Kubernetes cluster maintenance, administration, and capability development. Tools and Services include Kubernetes, Docker, PodMan, Helm, Flux, Git, Ansible, VS Code, VMWare, OneView, GitLab CI/CD, FastAPI, uv, HAProxy, NGINX, and the Atlassian Tool Suite (Confluence, Jira). The team delivers the Platform-as-a-Service component of the CASA Compute Environment (CEE) which provides secure, multi-tenant, performant and highly available Kubernetes clusters. Use of automated deployment, scaling and management of containerized applications is required to support its large mission base. Knowledge of IaC is required to support provisioning and maintenance of the clusters.
Candidates applying for this position must have a Cyberspace Certification & Qualification (C2Q) (e.g., Security+) or be willing to obtain a qualified certification within six months of assignment.
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:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field and have at least ten (10) years of demonstrable experience with integrating, installing, configuring, upgrading, compiling, and supporting COTS/GOTS software in a heterogeneous operating system environment.
The individual shall have five (5) years full time Computer Science directly related work that can be substituted for a degree and have at least ten (10) years of demonstrable experience.
An industry recognized professional certification, as defined in the TT0s, may substitute as one (1) year experience.
A Master's Degree in Computer Science or related field may substitute for two (2) years' experience.

Required Skills:

Experience with the Linux CLI, and Linux tools
Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python for task automation
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker/Podman
Experience administration and monitoring Kubernetes clusters
Experience troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Kubernetes workloads (ingress, performance, networking, storage, etc.)
Experience with IaC principles, concepts, and methodologies using automation tools including Ansible
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
Experience with IaC principles and automation tools including Ansible
Experience using Flux to deploy and manage Helm Charts
Experience using Git for source code management, branching strategies, and team collaboration

Desired Skills:

Experience developing within the eVo environment and transfer of artifacts to the customer's network
Experience with release management to include developing production deployment scripts and procedures
Experience working in a DevOps environment that uses Agile principles and methodologies
Experience using system monitoring tools such as Prometheus /Grafana
Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Jira, Confluence, etc.)
Experience with or willingness to learn development of Python and Kopf applications (FastAPI, operators, microservices, etc.)
CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator)

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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