{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"e907626afb58518969dc1f0a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e907626afb58518969dc1f0a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/e907626afb58518969dc1f0a","title":"Python Software Engineer – Containerized Mission Applications","description":"Work location: Annapolis Junction, MDWork arrangement: On-siteRequired Clearance: TS/SCI with polygraph\r\nApplicants 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\r\nAll 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\r\nHelp build and sustain a suite of mission applications using Python, messaging and modern container platforms.The mission\r\nDevelop, sustain and troubleshoot mission software that integrates with commercial, government and open-source products.What you’ll doDevelop, test and troubleshoot Python applicationsIntegrate software with COTS, GOTS and open-source productsDeploy containerized services to Kubernetes with HelmWork with MongoDB and RabbitMQSupport logging and monitoring with Elastic Stack, Prometheus and GrafanaWhat you’ll bring5 years of relevant experience. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related discipline from an accredited college or university.Linux command-line toolsBash scriptingRecent Python 3 developmentRabbitMQ or similar messaging frameworksMongoDB or other NoSQL databasesDocker, containerd and KubernetesHelm chart developmentGitLab CI and CI/CD practicesElastic Stack, Prometheus and GrafanaGitPreferred qualificationsPostgreSQL or other SQL databasesInfrastructure as Code (IaC) and AnsileRust, or willingness to learnJira and ConfluenceCompensation and flexibility\r\n$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+?\r\nCtrl+ 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. 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