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Senior Software Engineer – Geospatial Systems with Security Clearance

EMTAK LLCAnnapolis Junction, MD🇺🇸United StatesPosted Oct 23, 2026

Why this role stands out

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to advance your career by architecting high-impact geospatial microservices within a collaborative, mission-focused environment that values technical leadership. You will thrive in this position if you are an expert Java developer who enjoys solving complex data challenges and appreciates the perfect balance of professional growth and hybrid work flexibility. Apply today to bring your expertise to a team where your contributions will directly shape the future of mission-critical technology.

Quick overview

SeniorityMid Senior
Employment typeEmployee
Work modeHybrid
LocationAnnapolis Junction, MD, United States
Posted2 days ago
DockerMicroservicesMySQLSpringSpring BootAWSETLHibernateJavaPostgreSQLKubernetesCI/CDLinux

Job description

Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph What You’ll Do EMTAK is seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to develop advanced geospatial analysis, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load), and visualization microservices supporting mission-critical government systems. You'll design and build scalable, high-performance Java applications that process complex geospatial data and support mission-focused decision-making. Working alongside experienced engineers and technical stakeholders, you'll contribute to software architecture, solve challenging technical problems, and help deliver reliable, high-quality solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain Java-based microservices using Spring and related frameworks.
  • Build and optimize integrations with relational and NoSQL databases for geospatial data processing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into scalable software solutions.
  • Lead technical design efforts and contribute to software architecture decisions.
  • Conduct code reviews, promote development best practices, and mentor junior engineers.
  • Support cloud-based development, deployment, and DevOps/CI/CD initiatives. Key Technologies
  • Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate
  • Elasticsearch, MySQL, PostgreSQL
  • AWS, Docker, Kubernetes
  • Linux and Windows
  • Microservices, ETL pipelines, and CI/CD Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI with Polygraph.
  • Twenty (20) years of experience supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Four (4) additional years of experience may substitute for the degree.
  • Strong Java development skills and experience with frameworks such as Spring Boot and Hibernate.
  • Experience with cloud-based application development and deployment.
  • Understanding of database design and optimization, particularly for geospatial data.
  • Familiarity with DevOps practices and continuous integration and deployment.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and technical leadership skills, including experience mentoring engineers. Desired Qualifications
  • Hands-on experience with Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Knowledge of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) principles and applications.
  • Experience developing geospatial data processing, ETL, or visualization solutions. www.emtakllc.com

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