Software Engineer 3 - Linux/Bash/Python/CI/CD/Docker/DevOps

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.

Captivation Software is looking for a senior level software engineer who shall be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, managing GitLab Runners, and advancing automation practices to improve software delivery speed, quality, and reliability. In this position, the Software Engineer must be proficient with Git, GitLab, and DevOps principles and concepts.

• Master'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.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus seven (7) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
• Nine (9) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

• 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

• Experience using the Linux CLI and the Linux suite of tools
• Experience developing Bash scripts to automate manual processes
• Recent software development experience using Python
• Experience designing, creating, and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI
• Hands-on experience administering and troubleshooting GitLab Runners
• Ability to create reusable CI/CD templates, shared libraries, and automation patterns to support team‑wide adoption
• Experience automating build, test, and deployment processes for multiple software development teams
• Familiarity with containerization technologies such as Docker and container registry integration within CI/CD pipelines Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, gathering requirements, and translating them into automated workflows
• Strong understanding of core DevOps practices, including environment promotion workflows, artifact storage and versioning, and securing CI/CD pipelines
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools and automation frameworks including Ansible
• Proficiency with Git source control, branching strategies, merge request workflows, and repository management

• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence)
• Knowledge of configuration management, secrets management, and secure credential handling within Ci/CD pipelines
• Familiarity with Agile development practices and supporting SAFe Agile teams with automation

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.