Python Software Engineer – Containerized Mission Applications

CTRL + LLC • Annapolis Junction, MD

1d • $106 - $117 • Onsite

About The Position

Develop, sustain, and troubleshoot a suite of mission applications using Python, messaging, and modern container platforms. The role involves integrating mission software with commercial, government, and open-source products; deploying containerized services; and supporting logging and monitoring. Work is on-site in Annapolis Junction, Maryland, and requires applicants to live within commuting distance. Applicants must currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph; the employer does not sponsor new clearances or clearance upgrades.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Currently hold an active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• Be within commuting distance of the listed work location and able to work on-site.
• Linux command-line tools.
• Bash scripting.
• Recent Python 3 development experience.
• RabbitMQ or similar messaging frameworks.
• MongoDB or other NoSQL databases.
• Docker, containerd, and Kubernetes.
• Helm chart development.
• GitLab CI and CI/CD practices.
• Elastic Stack, Prometheus, and Grafana.
• Git.

Nice To Haves

• PostgreSQL or other SQL databases.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Ansible.
• Rust, or willingness to learn Rust.
• Jira and Confluence.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, and troubleshoot Python applications.
• Integrate software with COTS, GOTS, and open-source products.
• Deploy containerized services to Kubernetes with Helm.
• Work with MongoDB and RabbitMQ.
• Support logging and monitoring with Elastic Stack, Prometheus, and Grafana.

Benefits

• 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.
• Compensation models include options with bonus and/or PTO, depending on model and role eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level