Data Engineer - Python/Java/Kibana/Elasticsearch/JSON/XML

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 seeking a Data Engineer who will play a critical role in ensuring the successful acquisition and management of mission-critical and mission support data sets. You will work closely with our team of experts to design and implement data solutions that meet the unique needs of our clients in the military space. Whether you have experience as a developer, analyst, or engineer, we want to hear from you. Your expertise in this area will be invaluable as we work to provide our clients with the highest quality data solutions possible. The successful candidate will have an understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software design principles, as well as experience working with large and complex data sets. They will work closely with our engineers to build and optimize our data pipeline and analytics systems. As a hybrid role, this position will require some on-site work, but you will also have some flexibility to work remotely. You will be part of a dynamic team of professionals who are passionate about their work and committed to delivering exceptional results. If you are a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to take on new challenges, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Responsibilities Build and maintain data models and schema designs that support our analytics needs. Monitor and optimize the performance and scalability of our data infrastructure. Participate in code reviews, testing, and deployment processes to ensure high-quality code and system reliability. Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in data engineering and analytics. To excel in the position, the candidate shall have a strong attention to detail, be able to understand technical complexities, and have the willingness to learn and adapt to the situation. The candidate will work both independently and as part of a large team to accomplish client objectives. Security Clearance Must have a current Secret level security clearance; U.S. Citizenship required. Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of experience as a developer, analyst, or engineer with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. Experience with programming languages such as Python and Java. Proficiency with acquisition and understanding of network data and the associated metadata. Fluency with data extraction, translation, and loading including data prep and labeling to enable data analytics. Experience with Kibana and Elasticsearch. Familiarity with various log formats such as JSON, XML, and others. Experience with data flow, management, and storage solutions (i.e. Kafka, NiFi, and AWS S3 and SQS solutions). Ability to decompose technical problems and troubleshoot system and dataflow issues. Strong experience with ETL, data modeling, and schema design. Must be able to work a hybrid schedule with the local Enlighten team members. DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification required. Preferred Qualifications Experience with NOSQL databases such as Accumulo desired Prior Experience supporting cyber and/or network security operations within a large enterprise, as either an analyst, engineer, architect, or developer. 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 $3,200 HSA Contribution 5 Weeks Paid Time Off Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC