Software Engineer 2 - Java/JVM/Spring/Linux/DevOps

Annapolis Junction, MDvia Captivation Software CareersPosted Sep 16, 2026
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Technical skills

JavaAPI developmentNoSQLCI/CDAWSDockerKubernetesTerraformCloud platformsDevOps

About this 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 mid level software engineer with backend Java experience building scalable REST APIs and services in Linux/Unix environments.

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

  • Fourteen (14) 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.
  • Required

Skills

  • Strong Java/JVM, REST APIs, Spring/Spring Boot, Hibernate, relational database, Git, and Linux/Unix skills
  • Agile team experience, including code reviews, debugging, problem solving, and technical collaboration
  • Desired

Skills

  • Backend architecture, distributed systems, API design, CI/CD, automated testing, TDD, NoSQL, or frontend exposure
  • DevOps experience with AWS, Terraform, Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, or scripting
  • Experience supporting fast-paced, complex client solutions and interest in long-term growth standards
  • 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

Before you apply

  • 1Which parts of your CV prove experience with Java, API development, and NoSQL?
  • 2Which recent work examples would make your application stronger for this role?
  • 3What details from the original source listing should you confirm before applying?

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