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Software Engineer 3 - Java/Docker/Helm/Kubernetes/Terraform

Captivation Software · Annapolis Junction, MD

Software Engineer 3 - Java/Docker/Helm/Kubernetes/Terraform is open at Captivation Software in Annapolis Junction, MD. The posting gives a salary of $130K - $270K. Posted on Nov 3, 2026, and still on Captivation Software’s careers page when we last checked, on Nov 14, 2026.

About the role

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 software engineer for a development team working on a mission analytic platform

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:

  • Twenty (20) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
  • Four (4) years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.

Desired Skills:

  • Java, updating code
  • Build Docker containers
  • Create Helm Charts
  • Kubernetes
  • Terraform
  • Provide developer support to teammates as needed

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

The employer’s own description, as published on Captivation Software’s careers page.

Hiring at Captivation Software

Captivation Software has 79 open roles right now. Most are in Engineering, Security and Operations. The median advertised salary across its roles with a published range is $200K. See all its roles

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