Software Engineer 1/2 - Java/MapReduce/GhostMachine/Spring/NiFi

Captivation Software

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Annapolis Junction, MD Until 9/14/2026 7+ years exp First posted July 16, 2026 Last posted July 16, 2026
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

 

About this role

Summary

Develops software for data processing, ETL, and analytics with security clearance.

Job title

Software Engineer 1/2 - Java/MapReduce/GhostMachine/Spring/NiFi

Experience level

mid level

Minimum experience

7+ years exp

Industry

defense and government software

Location requirements

On-site in Annapolis Junction, MD, with no remote work allowed.

Salary

$130k–$270k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

javaspring frameworkspring bootghostmachinemap reducenifiAVP processnotifieratlassiangitlab

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

javaspringghostmachinemap reducenifi
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

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