Python Software Engineer – Containerized Mission Applications

Ctrl +; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 146,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% employer 401(k) non-elective

Employer-paid life insurance

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 software engineer to develop, sustain and troubleshoot mission software that integrates with commercial, government and open-source products. This on-site role is based in Annapolis Junction, MD, and requires living within commuting distance to the listed location.

You will build Python applications, containerize services for Kubernetes with Helm, and work with MongoDB and RabbitMQ. Experience with Elastic Stack, Prometheus and Grafana is valued.

Qualifications

• 5 years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Proficient with Linux command-line tools and Bash scripting.
• Recent Python 3 development experience.
• Experience with RabbitMQ and NoSQL databases like MongoDB.
• Experience with Docker, containerd and Kubernetes.
• Helm chart development and deploying containerized services to Kubernetes.
• Familiar with CI/CD practices (GitLab CI).
• Experience with logging/monitoring stacks (Elastic Stack, Prometheus, Grafana).
• Version control with Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test and troubleshoot Python applications.
• Integrate software with COTS, GOTS and open-source products.
• Deploy containerized services to Kubernetes with Helm.
• Work with MongoDB and RabbitMQ.
• Support logging and monitoring with Elastic Stack, Prometheus and Grafana.

Skills

Bash scripting

Python development

Linux command-line tools

RabbitMQ

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Helm chart development

GitLab CI

Elastic Stack

Prometheus

Grafana

Git

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

Tools

Docker

containerd

Kubernetes

Helm

RabbitMQ

MongoDB

Elastic Stack

Prometheus

Grafana

Git

GitLab CI

Job description

Work location: Annapolis Junction, MD

Work arrangement: On-site

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

Help build and sustain a suite of mission applications using Python, messaging and modern container platforms.

The mission

Develop, sustain and troubleshoot mission software that integrates with commercial, government and open-source products.

What you’ll do

• Develop, test and troubleshoot Python applications
• Integrate software with COTS, GOTS and open-source products
• Deploy containerized services to Kubernetes with Helm
• Work with MongoDB and RabbitMQ
• Support logging and monitoring with Elastic Stack, Prometheus and Grafana

What you’ll bring

• 5 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Linux command-line tools
• Bash scripting
• Recent Python 3 development
• RabbitMQ or similar messaging frameworks
• MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
• Docker, containerd and Kubernetes
• Helm chart development
• GitLab CI and CI/CD practices
• Elastic Stack, Prometheus and Grafana
• Git

Preferred qualifications

• PostgreSQL or other SQL databases
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Ansi le
• Rust, or willingness to learn
• Jira and Confluence

Compensation and flexibility

$105.92–$116.95 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.