{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"37539c25d504f04bc5720b6f","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/37539c25d504f04bc5720b6f","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/37539c25d504f04bc5720b6f","title":"Software Engineer 1 - Python/Linux/Ansible/MySQL/Docker/Gitlab","description":"Build to something to be proud of.\nCaptivation 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.\n\nDescription\nCaptivation Software is looking for a entry level software engineer who shall be part of a team responsible for implementing a Zero-touch provisioning (ZTP) solution as part of an Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) for complex High Performance Computing Systems. Development activities include inventory schema design, interface implementation, testing, deployment, and sustainment.\n\nRequirements\nSecurity Clearance:\nMust currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen\nMinimum Qualifications:\nMaster's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university.\nBachelor's degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university, plus two (2) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity\nFour (4) years of experience as a SWE, in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.\nRequired Skills:\nExperience using the Linux CLI\nExperience developing with Python in a Linux environment\nExperience with IaC principles and automation tools including Ansible\nExperience with SQL technologies such as PostgreSQL, MySQL, or MariaDB\nExperience with designing, implementing, and consuming REST APIs\nExperience with CI/CD principles, methodologies, and tools such as GitLab CI\nExperience with containerization technologies such as Podman or Docker\nExperience with Git Source Control System\nDesired Skills:\nExperience with Messaging Frameworks such as Kafka, ActiveMQ, and RabbitMQ\n\nThis position is open for direct hires only. 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