DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes/Terraform/AWS/Python/Jenkins at Captivation Software (Annapolis Junction, MD)
Captivation Software· Annapolis Junction, MD·
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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 DevOps Engineer with experience in Kubernetes, Terraform, and AWS.
Responsibilities
- Provide optimization and automation across multiple platforms and applications
- Drive consistency for deployment and build processes
- Utilize modern tools like Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Amazon Web Services, Ansible, Terraform, Python, Linux, and much more
- You have worked with teams before on large and demonstrable projects (preferably built on with AWS and familiarity with scripting languages such as Bash, Ruby, Python)
- Familiarity with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes
- You understand how to set up a CI/CD pipeline
- You understand Agile software development and DevOps practices and can work closely with your peers other mid-to large size teams
- Focus on understanding customers' needs and translating those needs from product specifications into functional, production ready code and infrastructure
- The following skills are required: AWS (S3, VPCs & Networking, EC2, ECS/EKS). Containerization (Docker, k8s, Registries). IaC (Terraform/Cloud Formation). CI/CD (Jenkins/ GitHub Actions)
- You are self-driven, self-learner willing to share knowledge and participate actively in a team environment
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 or Advanced Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or other technical discipline
- 14 years of experience architecting, developing, and maintaining software solutions, with an emphasis on performance optimizations
- CWIP IAT Level I required
Required Skills:
- Kubernetes
- Ansible
- Terraform
- Python
- Linux
- Experience with scripting languages (Bash, Ruby, Python)
- AWS (S3, VPCs & Networking, EC2, ECS/EKS)
- Containerization (Docker, k8s, Registries)
- IaC (Terraform/Cloud Formation)
- CI/CD (Jenkins/ GitHub Actions)
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
Why work at Captivation Software
- Culture: Described as a "small, developer-oriented company" with a "progressive attitude" and a "flattened company structure." The company values transparency and empowers its team.
- Remote/Hybrid/Office Policy: Primarily on-site/in-office work at their Columbia, MD, Annapolis Junction, MD, and Baltimore, MD locations. Some hybrid roles are available (e.g., AI Engineer).
- Notable Perks:
- Up to 20% 401(k) Employer Contribution (NO MATCH REQUIRED).
- $3,400 HSA Contribution.
- Company-Paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
- Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance.
- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Learning & Development Program (Udemy).
- Free snacks and drinks.
- Performance bonuses.
- Generous parental leave.
- Engineering Culture: Employees work with modern tech stacks (AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, Python, Java, etc.) on meaningful mission-critical problems. The company encourages open-source contributions.