Software Integration Engineer (SIE) Level 2

CTRL + LLC; Corridor North (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tech reimbursement

Flexible PTO

Sign-on & retention bonuses

401(k) plan

Dependent Care FSA

Referral bonus

Job summary

Ctrl+ is seeking a Software Integration Engineer to administer and support the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) within the CASA Compute Environment (CCE). The role focuses on keeping Kubernetes clusters secure, scalable, and highly available, while applying IaC with Ansible and Helm for reliable deployments.

Responsibilities include monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimizing Kubernetes workloads, with strong scripting in Bash/Python and Git-based workflows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a STEM field.
• Strong Linux experience and scripting abilities.
• Experience with secure environments and DoD-focused practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and support the Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) for the CASA Compute Environment (CCE).
• Ensure platform reliability, scalability, and security compliance.
• Monitor Kubernetes clusters for performance, ingress, storage, networking.
• Develop and maintain IaC using Ansible and Helm charts.
• Manage Git workflows and CI/CD interactions.

Skills

Linux CLI

Bash/Python scripting

Kubernetes administration

Kubernetes troubleshooting

IaC (Ansible)

Helm charts

Git

Security clearance

Education

STEM Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Docker/Podman

Kubernetes

Prometheus/Grafana

Ansible

Git

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

At Ctrl+, we give you the power to customize your benefits. Choose from health, dental, and vision coverage, plus a Dependent Care FSA to set aside tax-free dollars for child or adult care.

• 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.