Captivation

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

Annapolis Junction, MD

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Seniority: Mid level
Country: US
Work mode: On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly: 6 Nov 2026

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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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