Python Software Engineer HPC Infrastructure

CTRL + LLC; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 261,670,000 - 339,923,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Life & disability insurance

Medical, dental & vision

Employee Assistance Program

Professional development reimbursement

Equipment reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Team events

Job summary

Ctrl+ is seeking engineers to develop and maintain Linux HPC management software in Annapolis Junction, MD. This on-site role requires active TS/SCI with polygraph and involves automating tasks with Bash and Python, testing infrastructure, and collaborating in an Agile team.

Qualified candidates have at least 5 years of relevant experience, Linux CLI skills, and experience with GitLab CI, Git, and Python development. On-site duties and security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant software/DevOps experience.
• Proficient with Linux command-line tools.
• Bash and Python automation experience.
• Recent Python development work.
• Experience with GitLab CI and CI/CD concepts.
• Familiar with Agile, Scrum or SAFe practices.
• Git version control proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Linux HPC management software.
• Automate operational tasks with Bash and Python.
• Test, troubleshoot and improve infrastructure services.
• Use Git and CI/CD workflows.
• Collaborate through Agile delivery.

Skills

5 years experience

Linux

Bash

Python automation

Recent Python development

GitLab CI / CI-CD

Git

Agile / SAFe

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Linux

Bash

Python

GitLab CI

Git

Jira/Confluence

Docker

Podman

Vault

Keycloak

NetBox

Splunk

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

Write software that keeps powerful computing systems working. Develop the infrastructure services and automation behind high-performance computing.

The mission

Support advanced computing, data analytics and enterprise infrastructure that help mission teams work with demanding workloads and shared technical services.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain Linux HPC management software
• Automate operational tasks with Bash and Python
• Test, troubleshoot and improve infrastructure services
• Use Git and CI/CD workflows
• Collaborate through Agile delivery

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 and Python automation
• Recent Python development
• GitLab CI and CI/CD concepts
• Agile, Scrum or SAFe
• Git

Preferred qualifications

• Ansible
• Docker, Podman or containerd
• HashiCorp Vault
• Keycloak
• NetBox
• Splunk
• Jira and Confluence

Compensation and flexibility

$91.32–$118.63 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.