Software Engineer 2 – Linux, Bash, Python, Java, Ansible, CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes

Captivation

. Design, develop, and maintain tools and services supporting products including GitLab, Artifactory, MinIO, GitLab Runner, Jupyter, and SPARTANDESK (Linux virtual desktop) .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeAnnapolis Junction • Maryland • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $270,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive software development experience, particularly in Java, along with proficiency in Linux CLI and scripting languages such as Bash, Python, and PHP. Holds a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance and possesses a Master's or Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Top Secret/SCI Security ClearanceSoftware Development Experience with JavaLinux CLI and Tools ProficiencyBash/Python/PHP ScriptingCI/CD Principles and Tools

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Hard Skills

Software DevelopmentJavaBash ScriptingPython ScriptingPHP ScriptingLinux CLICI/CDGitContainerization TechnologiesInfrastructure as Code (IaC)

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationCustomer Interaction

Tools & Technologies

GitLabArtifactoryMinIOGitLab RunnerJupyterDockerAnsibleAtlassian Tool SuiteAtlassian SDKSPARTANDESK

Industry Keywords

U.S. GovernmentMission SupportSoftware EngineeringAutomationDocumentation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleDockerJavaLinuxPHPPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain tools and services supporting products including GitLab, Artifactory, MinIO, GitLab Runner, Jupyter, and SPARTANDESK (Linux virtual desktop)
Work closely with software developers, system administrators, project managers, and mission customers
Deliver seamless integrations that enhance productivity and streamline workflows
Develop solutions in support of the mission to protect the country

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph; all candidates must be a U.S. citizen
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
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
Seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux Tools
Experience writing Bash/Python/PHP scripts to automate administrative tasks and workflows
Extensive software development experience with Java
Experience using an integrated development environment such as the Atlassian plugin software developer kit (SDK)
Experience with IaC principles and automation tools such as Ansible
Experience creating documentation of configurations, procedures, and system changes
Experience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
Experience with Git for source code management, branching strategies, and team collaboration
Desired: Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
Desired: Experience with sustaining mission applications deployed in a Linux environment
Desired: Experience with interacting/training external customers

Benefits

Comp & perks

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