Software Engineer 1/2 - Java/MapReduce/GhostMachine/Spring/NiFi
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Software Engineer 1/2 - Java/MapReduce/GhostMachine/Spring/NiFi
130,000–270,000 / Year
Location
Annapolis Junction, MD
Experience
Mid
Posted
Jul 18, 2026
Apply by
August 17, 2026
Applicants
0
Early applicantEasy applyFull-timeWork from Office
Job Description
# Build to something to be proud of.
Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.
# Description
Captivation Software is looking for a mid level software engineer with strong Java experience. This role focuses on knowledge management and data curation, with responsibilities that include performing ETL (extract, transform, and load) processes on enterprise-wide data. The position is part of a collaborative, well established team and offers the chance to build expertise in GhostMachine Portable Map Reduce analytics—a valuable opportunity for professional development. This team has recently started leveraging Claude Code AI to expedite development and engineering tasks.
# Requirements
### Security Clearance:
- Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen
### Minimum Qualifications:
- A minimum of (7) years experience as a SWE in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity is required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required
- Four (4) years of SWE experience on projects with similar software processes may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
### Required Skills:
- Java/Spring Framework/Spring Boot are the key skills needed to be successful in this role
- GhostMachine Analytic experience
- Portable Map Reduce (PMR) framework
- Familiarity with AVP process and represent to AVG
- NiFi and Notifier experience
- Atlassian tool suite
- Gitlab
This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.
# Benefits
- Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)
- Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)
- Above Market Hourly Rates
- $3,600 HSA Contribution
- 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D
Key Responsibilities
- Perform ETL (extract, transform, and load) processes on enterprise-wide data
- Develop and maintain knowledge management and data curation systems
- Utilize GhostMachine Portable Map Reduce analytics framework
- Leverage Claude Code AI to expedite development and engineering tasks
- Collaborate within a well-established engineering team
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline
Skills Required
JavaSpring FrameworkSpring BootGhostMachinePortable Map ReduceAVP processNiFiNotifierAtlassian tool suiteGitlabCollaborationProblem solving
Benefits
- 401(k) contribution up to 20%
- HSA contribution of $3,600
- 6 Weeks Paid Time Off
- Company Paid Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- Company Paid Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- Company Paid AD&D
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