Software Engineer – Python & MongoDB Applications

CTRL + LLC; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 146,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% employer 401(k) contribution

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Professional development reimbursement

Equipment reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Paid social events

Job summary

CTRL + LLC in Fort Meade, MD is seeking a software engineer to develop and sustain mission applications with Python, MongoDB and container technologies. This is an on-site role with strict in-person requirements. Applicants must hold an active TS/SCI with polygraph.

We do not sponsor new clearances. You will work on Python applications, Docker, Kubernetes, GitLab CI and related tools to deliver reliable mission software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline.
• 5 years of relevant experience (3 years with a Master’s degree, or 7 years without a degree).
• Proficiency with Linux command-line tools.
• Recent Python 3 development experience.
• Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
• Docker and containerd expertise.
• GitLab CI/CD practices.
• Kubernetes and Helm familiarity.
• RabbitMQ familiarity.
• Ansible familiarity.
• Git

Responsibilities

• Develop, test and troubleshoot Python applications.
• Integrate software with COTS, GOTS and open-source libraries.
• Build and deploy containerized services.
• Automate pipelines with GitLab CI.
• Support deployments on Kubernetes with Helm.

Skills

Python

Linux CLI

Bash

MongoDB

Docker

GitLab CI

Kubernetes

Helm

RabbitMQ

Ansible

Git

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Tools

PostgreSQL

Jira

Confluence

Job description

Work location: Fort Meade, 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

Develop and sustain mission applications with Python, MongoDB and containers.

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 libraries
• Build and deploy containerized services
• Automate pipelines with GitLab CI
• Support deployments on Kubernetes with Helm

What you’ll bring

• 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline (3 years with a Master’s, or 7 years without a degree).
• Linux command-line tools
• Bash scripting
• Recent Python 3 development
• MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
• Docker and containerd
• GitLab CI and CI/CD practices
• Kubernetes and Helm familiarity
• RabbitMQ familiarity
• Ansible familiarity
• Git

Preferred qualifications

• PostgreSQL or other SQL databases
• 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.