Systems Engineer 4 - Python/Docker/Kubernetes/CI/CD/Jenkins/Ansible/GUI at Captivation Software (Annapolis Junction, MD)
Captivation Software· Annapolis Junction, MD·
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 mid level systems engineer who will support the full lifecycle of enterprise infrastructure solutions across mission-critical environments, including design, development, integration, modernization, operations, and sustainment. This position will leverage Python development, containerization technologies, and Docker to automate processes, deploy scalable solutions, and improve system reliability and operational efficiency. The engineer will collaborate with Government stakeholders and technical teams to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver secure, high-quality solutions aligned with mission objectives.
Responsibilities
- Maintain Python-based automation tools, scripts, and engineering solutions supporting enterprise and mission systems.
- Maintain containerized applications and services using Docker and related container technologies.
- Support the integration, configuration, troubleshooting, and sustainment of containerized solutions across Linux-based enterprise environments.
- Automate system deployment, configuration, monitoring, and operational processes to improve infrastructure reliability and efficiency.
- Apply systems engineering principles throughout the lifecycle, including requirements analysis, design, integration, testing, deployment, operations, and maintenance.
- Analyze system performance and technical issues and recommend solutions for modernization, scalability, reliability, and performance improvements.
- Collaborate with Government stakeholders and cross-functional engineering teams to resolve technical issues, document solutions, and deliver quality engineering products.
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 related technical discipline required.
- Ten (10) years of systems engineering experience
- IAT level II baseline certification as defined by DoD 8570.01-M
Desired Skills:
- Experience with Kubernetes, or other container orchestration platforms.
- Experience developing or maintaining CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications.
- Familiarity with Git/GitLab, Jenkins, Ansible, or similar DevSecOps and automation tools.
- Experience with REST APIs, Python-based GUI frameworks, dashboards, or data visualization tools.
- Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM) integration, configuration management, and software/container dependency management.
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.