Software Engineer II — Linux, Python, Rust & HPC

Job overview

The Software Engineer II — Linux, Python, Rust & HPC role is onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD. Compensation is $130,000–$270,000 per year, depending on experience. The engineer supports Captivation Software’s mission to protect the country. The role develops and maintains system-management infrastructure software and services for high-performance computing systems in a Linux environment. It contributes by automating operations, implementing access controls, and supporting reliable deployment and software delivery practices.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain system-management infrastructure software and services for Linux-based HPC systems
• use Bash and Python scripting to automate tasks
• develop authentication, authorization, access-control, and permissions functionality
• perform basic Linux systems administration
• use Ansible for deployment orchestration
• apply CI/CD practices and GitLab CI
• work with Git and Agile methodologies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

software engineer ii

captivation software

annapolis junction md

onsite

linux

python

rust

high-performance computing

bash

ansible

gitlab ci

top secret/sci with polygraph

$130k–$270k

six weeks pto

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Up to 20% 401(k) contribution
• $3,600 HSA contribution
• six weeks paid time off
• company-paid medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, and AD&D insurance.

Why this role

Requires current Top Secret/SCI clearance with favorable polygraph and U.S. citizenship. Required experience includes Linux CLI, Python, Rust, Bash/Python scripting, Ansible, HPC access controls, CI/CD, and Git. Benefits include up to 20% 401(k) contribution, $3,600 HSA contribution, six weeks of PTO, and company-paid insurance.

About the employer

Captivation Software is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.