Senior Software Integration Engineer – DevOps & Big Data Platforms

CTRL + LLC; Maryland; On-site; USD 154,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Insurance package

Health benefits

EAP

Job summary

Ctrl+ LLC seeks a senior operations engineer to support DoD missions in the Fort Meade area. The role focuses on customer-facing operations, gathering requirements, and sustaining software on Linux systems.

You will build CI/CD pipelines, automate provisioning with Ansible, and deploy containerized services on Kubernetes. Required are 8 years of relevant experience, a BS in CS or related field, and hands-on Linux, scripting, and IaC expertise.

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Proficient in Linux, scripting, and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Act as a customer-facing operations point of contact.
• Gather and scope technical requirements and support urgent requests.
• Install, configure and sustain software on Linux platforms.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines.
• Automate provisioning and configuration with Ansible.
• Deploy and monitor containerized services on Kubernetes.

Skills

Linux admin

Shell & Python

Big data frameworks

GitLab CI/CD

IaC & Ansible

Docker & Kubernetes

Prometheus Grafana

Git

Clearance TS/SCI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jira

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

Bridge mission users and engineering teams. Scope technical needs, integrate software and keep big data and DevOps services running smoothly.

The mission

Support high-performance computing, DevOps tooling and big data services that help mission teams turn data into results.

What you’ll do

• Act as a customer-facing operations point of contact
• Gather and scope technical requirements and support urgent requests
• Install, configure and sustain software on Linux platforms
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines
• Automate provisioning and configuration with Ansible
• Deploy and monitor containerized services on Kubernetes

What you’ll bring

• 8 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Linux command-line tools and administration
• Shell, Bash and Python scripting
• COTS, GOTS and open-source software integration
• Spark or other stream/batch big data frameworks
• GitLab CI and CI/CD practices
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Ansible
• Docker and Kubernetes
• Prometheus and Grafana
• Git

Preferred qualifications

• Jira and Confluence

Compensation and flexibility

$112.04–$123.71 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

Let’s connect

If this work sounds like your next chapter and you meet the clearance and local commuting requirements, we’d love to hear from you. Apply with a resume that highlights your relevant experience.

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.