Software Integration Engineer SIE Level 2

CTRL + LLC; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible healthcare

Dependent Care FSA

Tech reimbursement

Employer-paid Life/AD&D/Disability

Employer 401(k) match

Sign-on bonus

Flexible PTO

Event/training hours

Referral bonus

Job summary

Ctrl+ is seeking a Software Integration Engineer to manage the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) for the CASA Compute Environment (CCE). You will administer Kubernetes clusters, implement IaC with Ansible, and ensure security compliance while optimizing performance for mission-critical workloads.

The role requires a STEM bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience, with a security clearance and polygraph. Expect integration in a DoD-focused, agile DevOps setting with Docker/Podman and

Qualifications

• Linux CLI and tools proficiency
• Bash/Python scripting experience
• Containerization with Docker or Podman
• Experience administrating and monitoring Kubernetes clusters
• Troubleshooting Kubernetes workloads (ingress, perf, networking, storage)
• IaC concepts with automation tools including Ansible
• Writing, deploying, and maintaining Helm charts
• Using Prometheus/Grafana for monitoring
• Git for source code management and collaboration

Responsibilities

• Administer and support the PaaS component of the CASA Compute Environment (CCE)
• Ensure platform reliability, scalability, security compliance, and optimal Kubernetes cluster performance

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash/Python scripting

Kubernetes administration

Kubernetes troubleshooting

IaC concepts (Ansible)

Helm charts

Git for source control

Monitoring with Prometheus/Grafana

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Tools

Docker/Podman

Kubernetes

Ansible

Helm

Prometheus/Grafana

Job description

Security Clearance with Polygraph is required

Requires 5 years of experience with STEM Bachelor's Degree

The Software Integration Engineer shall be responsible for the administration, maintenance, and operational support of the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) component of the CASA Compute Environment (CCE). The CCE provides secure, multi-tenant, high-performance, and highly available Kubernetes clusters operating within a Linux-based infrastructure. Tasking shall ensure platform reliability, scalability, security compliance, and optimal cluster performance in support of mission and application requirements.

Position Required Skills

• Experience using the Linux CLI and Linux suite of tools
• Experience developing scripts using Bash/Python
• Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker/Podman
• Demonstrated experience administrating and monitoring Kubernetes clusters
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Kubernetes workloads (ingress, performance, networking, storage, etc.)
• Experience with IaC principles, concepts, and methodologies using automation tools including Ansible
• Experience writing, deploying, and maintaining Helm Charts
• Experience using system monitoring tools such as Prometheus /Grafana
• Experience using Git for source code management, branching strategies, and team collaboration

Position Desired Skills

• Experience with the Atlassian Tool Suite (Jira, Confluence, etc.)
• Experience working in a DevOps environment that uses Agile principles and methodologies
• Experience with or willingness to learn development of Python applications (REST services, microservices, etc.)
• CKA (Certified Kubernetes Administrator)

About Ctrl+

Ctrl+ is an innovative software engineering and staffing firm based in Elkridge, Maryland. We specialize in providing cutting-edge software solutions and assembling exceptional teams for Department of Defense (DoD) programs. From designing secure software to offering expert staffing solutions in cyber security, program management, analysis, and comprehensive documentation, we cover every aspect of our clients' projects from start to finish.

Benefits

• Flexible healthcare options (CareFirst medical, dental & vision)
• Dependent Care FSA (up to $5,000 household / $2,500 individual)
• Tech reimbursement – up to $1,500 every other year
• 100% Employer-paid Life, AD&D, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% Employer-paid 10% 401(k) contribution (vested immediately)
• Sign-on & retention bonuses
• Flexible PTO (carry over up to 300 hours + payout for excess)
• Paid hours for company events & training
• Referral bonus: $1.50/hr extra for successful hires you refer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Ctrl+ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.