Senior Software Engineer - Python & Rust Mission Applications

Build and sustain a suite of mission applications. Write Python today, grow into Rust, and ship containerized services on Kubernetes.

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 mission application software
• Integrate applications with COTS, GOTS and open-source libraries
• Deploy containerized services to Kubernetes with Helm
• Work with MongoDB and messaging frameworks such as RabbitMQ
• Automate builds and deployments with GitLab CI and Ansible

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., * 7 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.

• Linux command-line tools
• Bash scripting
• Recent Python 3 development
• Rust, or the aptitude and willingness to learn it
• MongoDB or other NoSQL databases
• Docker, containerd and Kubernetes
• Helm chart development
• RabbitMQ or similar messaging frameworks
• GitLab CI, Ansible and Git

Preferred qualifications

• PostgreSQL or other SQL databases
• Jira and Confluence

$123.63-$136.51 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., * 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

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.