Platform Engineer – Kubernetes & Full-Stack Deployments

Ctrl +; Corridor North (MD); Hybrid; USD 106,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) contribution (employer)

Life and disability insurance

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Certification reimbursement

Equipment reimbursement

Referral and retention bonuses

Paid social and team events

Job summary

Ctrl+ is seeking a skilled engineer to own the deployment of a production system across three network environments. You will work with Kubernetes, Java Spring Boot and Vue.js components, collaborating with DevOps, development and systems engineering teams in a hybrid environment.

The role requires 4+ years in a STEM field, active TS/SCI with polygraph, and hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Java, Spring Boot, Vue/React/Angular, Docker, GitLab CI/CD, Linux, and Git.

Qualifications

• 4 years of relevant experience in software engineering or DevOps.
• Kubernetes deployment and management experience.
• Java Spring Boot and modern frontend frameworks (Vue.js/React/Angular).
• Docker and container orchestration experience.
• GitLab CI/CD for distributed web apps.
• Linux administration and Git familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Deploy the system to three network environments with Kubernetes.
• Build a repeatable deployment process and CI/CD pipeline.
• Modify Java Spring and Vue.js components as needed.
• Troubleshoot across infrastructure, middleware and application layers.
• Collaborate with DevOps, development and systems engineering teams.

Skills

Kubernetes

Java

Spring Boot

Vue.js

React

Angular

Docker

GitLab CI/CD

Linux

Git

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline

Tools

AWS

Terraform

Ansible

Python

Elasticsearch

NiFi

MongoDB

Job description

Work location: Annapolis Junction, MD

Work arrangement: Hybrid – on-site with up to 2 days per week telework

Required Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph

Applicants must currently hold an active TS/SCI with polygraph. Ctrl+ does not sponsor new security clearances or clearance upgrades. Applicants who do not meet this requirement cannot be considered.

Location & In-Person Requirement

All positions require in-person work. Applicants must live within commuting distance of the listed work location to be considered. Some roles may allow limited telework, but regular on-site attendance is required. These are not fully remote positions.

Your next challenge

Own the deployment of a production system across three network environments. Work on Kubernetes one day and Java or Vue code the next.

The mission

Stand up and stabilize production environments for an enterprise reporting system across multiple networks.

What you’ll do

• Deploy the system to three network environments with Kubernetes
• Build a repeatable, documented deployment process and pipeline
• Modify Java Spring and Vue.js components as needed
• Troubleshoot across infrastructure, middleware and application layers
• Work with DevOps, development and systems engineering teams

What you’ll bring

• 4 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline.
• Kubernetes deployment and management
• Java and Spring Boot
• Vue.js, React or Angular
• Docker and containers
• GitLab CI/CD for distributed web applications
• Linux administration
• Git

Preferred qualifications

• Deploying across isolated or classified networks
• AWS
• Terraform
• Ansible
• Python
• Elasticsearch, NiFi or MongoDB

Compensation and flexibility

$77.14–$85.17 per hour in approximate pay; employer 401(k) contribution is additional.

Compensation: The listed range reflects approximate hourly pay across our compensation models and excludes Ctrl+’s employer 401(k) contribution. Your hourly pay will vary based on qualifications, experience, and the compensation model you select. The lower end reflects a no-bonus option with five weeks of PTO; the upper end reflects the Max Rate option without bonus or PTO.

Choose from three compensation models: Max Rate, With Bonus, or With Bonus and PTO. Offers include a projected five-year compensation comparison and a package comparison sheet. PTO and bonuses depend on the selected model and role eligibility.

Why Ctrl+?

Ctrl+ is a software engineering and staffing firm based in Elkridge, Maryland, supporting Department of Defense missions in the Fort Meade area and other listed locations. Founded by two college roommates, Brad and Bhavin, Ctrl+ brings a close-knit team approach, with founders who work on contracts alongside employees.

Benefits include:

• 10% employer 401(k) non-elective contribution
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Medical, dental and vision coverage options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development and certification reimbursement
• Technology and ergonomic equipment reimbursement, subject to eligibility
• Referral and retention bonus programs, subject to eligibility
• Paid social and team events

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ctrl+ is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Hiring decisions are based on qualifications, experience, and job requirements. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process.