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Captivation Software

Software Engineer 0 - MapReduce/Cloud/GhostMachine/QTA

Annapolis Junction, MD$130k–$270kmidAdded 3 days ago

About this role

Entry-level software engineer role at a defense contracting firm specializing in cloud-based data processing systems. You'll contribute to mission-critical projects using MapReduce and proprietary technologies while supporting a team of experienced engineers.

What you'll do

  • Assist with daily software development tasks on cloud infrastructure projects
  • Work with MapReduce frameworks for distributed data processing
  • Develop and maintain code using GhostMachine and QTA technologies
  • Collaborate with senior engineers on mission-focused applications
  • Participate in code reviews and software quality processes
  • Support deployment and operational tasks in cloud environments

What they're looking for

  • MapReduce
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • GhostMachine
  • QTA
  • Software development fundamentals
  • Distributed systems
  • Version control systems
  • Problem-solving and debugging

Benefits

  • Annual salary $130,000–$270,000 based on experience
  • Up to 20% 401(k) contribution vested immediately
  • $3,600 HSA contribution
  • 6 weeks paid time off
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance
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Captivation Software

Captivation Software builds high-performance computing and secure analytics infrastructure for mission-critical government programs, specializing in HPC testing, enterprise dataflow architectures, and cleared defense systems. The company is hiring senior test engineers, systems engineers, and technical leaders with deep expertise in Linux, cloud infrastructure, and security clearances to validate systems and architect solutions for intelligence community operations.

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Likely interview questions

  • Walk us through your experience with MapReduce and distributed data processing systems.
  • Describe a project where you worked with cloud platforms—which ones and what was your role?
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