Mission-Critical Software Engineer - Python, Kubernetes

Culper Technology; Maryland; On-site; USD 220,000 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

Culper Technology is seeking a Software Engineer to develop, test, and integrate mission-critical software in a security-cleared environment. You will work with Linux, Rust, and modern DevOps tooling to deliver scalable capabilities using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.

Join a team that emphasizes exceptional quality, collaboration, and professional growth while supporting a complex mission space at Annapolis Junction, MD.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship with active TS/SCI clearance with Polygraph.
• Advanced degree or senior experience per listed combinations.
• Proven software engineering experience in complex programs.
• Experience with Linux command-line tools and environments.
• Rust programming concepts or willingness to learn Rust.
• Experience with NoSQL databases (MongoDB).
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes.
• Experience creating Helm charts for Kubernetes deployments.
• Familiarity with RabbitMQ and CI/CD tooling (GitLab CI).
• Familiarity with IaC concepts and tools (Ansible).
• Experience using Git source control.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot mission-critical software applications.
• Design, implement, test, and integrate software with COTS, GOTS and FOSS.
• Develop using Python and modern software practices.
• Support containerized app development and deployments (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Create and maintain Helm charts for Kubernetes deployments.
• Develop automation scripts and improve operational efficiency.
• Troubleshoot complex software and system integration issues.
• Support CI/CD workflows, IaC, and source control practices.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable mission capabilities.

Skills

Linux

Rust

NoSQL (MongoDB)

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

Git

CI/CD

Ansible

RabbitMQ

GitLab CI

containerd

Education

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related +5+ years

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related +7+ years

9+ years of software engineering experience

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm

Git

GitLab CI

Ansible

MongoDB

RabbitMQ

containerd

Job description

Culper Technology is seeking a Software Engineer to develop, test, and integrate mission-critical software in a security-cleared environment. You will work with Linux, Rust, and modern DevOps tooling to deliver scalable capabilities using Docker, Kubernetes, and Helm.

Join a team that emphasizes exceptional quality, collaboration, and professional growth while supporting a complex mission space at Annapolis Junction, MD.