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Software Engineer 2 - Linux/Bash/Python/Java/Ansible/CI/CD/Docker/Kubernetes
$130K–$270K
Annapolis Junction, MD - Hybrid +1 · Full-time · Posted Sep 16, 2026
- Location
- Annapolis Junction, MD - Hybrid
ID - Experience
- 3 years with a relevant master’s degree; 5 years with a relevant bachelor’s degree; or 7 years as a SWE.
- Education
- Master’s or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university, or the stated 7-year SWE experience alternative.
About the job
Designs, develops, and maintains tools and services supporting the project’s product suite, integrating them with cross-functional teams to improve productivity and workflows.
What you'll do
- Design, develop, and maintain project tools and services.
- Deliver integrations with software developers, system administrators, project managers, and mission customers.
- Document configurations, procedures, and system changes.
What they ask for
- Currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph; must be a U.S. citizen.
- Meet one experience-and-education pathway: master’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline plus 3 years’ SWE experience; bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline plus 5 years’ SWE experience; or 7 years’ SWE experience.
- Experience with Linux CLI and tools; writing Bash/Python/PHP scripts; and extensive Java development.
- Experience with an IDE, IaC and automation tools, CI/CD, containerization, and Git.
Nice to have
- Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (JIRA, Confluence).
- Experience sustaining mission applications in Linux or interacting with/training external customers.
Pay
$130,000 - $270,000 USD annual salary (base salary)
Tools
Linux, Bash, Python, PHP, Java, Ansible, GitLab CI, Docker
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