System Software Programmer - Project Lead

Job Title: System Software Programmer Project Lead

Location: Remote
Duration: 12 Months (Possible Extension)
Start Date: Immediate
Work Authorization: No visa transfer
Public Sector Experience: Preferred
Work Type: Contract (Remote)

About the Organization

The agency is dedicated to improving community well-being through innovative public health solutions. With thousands of professionals statewide, it fosters a collaborative, mission-driven culture where employees make a tangible difference in health outcomes. The team values integrity, innovation, and collaboration, providing an environment that supports both professional growth and meaningful impact.

Position Overview

This is a backfill position created to complete outstanding work items, support Lab and Disease Surveillance integration with a focus on Electronic Case Reporting (eCR) and Electronic Laboratory Reporting (ELR), assist with CDC Data Modernization initiatives, and provide customer support and guidance.

The System Software Programmer Project Lead will support backend processing and modernization projects, focusing on data integration, automation, and transformation using Rhapsody Integration Engine. The role involves system design, process improvement, testing, deployment, and ongoing maintenance of critical data exchange systems within a large-scale public health environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead analysis, design, and development of integration routes and processes in Rhapsody (v6+).

• Develop, automate, and optimize daily processing and maintenance workflows.

• Perform troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and error resolution for data exchange processes.

• Work with HL7, XML, SOAP, and related data formats for interoperability.

• Participate in code reviews and ensure solutions follow best practices and security standards.

• Develop new and enhance existing Rhapsody routes to support new data exchange requirements (eCR, ELR, CDC).

• Conduct system upgrades, configuration, and performance monitoring.

• Collaborate with internal IT, vendors, and program teams on design and implementation.

• Support modernization of legacy systems and conversion to Rhapsody-based architecture.

• Mentor team members on integration design, coding, and troubleshooting best practices.

• Prepare and maintain documentation, workflows, and system architecture diagrams.

• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, PHI/PII, and data security regulations.

• Support critical systems during regular and off-hours when required.

Required Skills

1. Rhapsody Integration Engine (v6+)

2. Symphonia Mapping Language (SML)

3. HL7 (v2.3.1 2.5.1; ORU & ORM message types)

4. XML / XSD / XPath

5. SQL (advanced joins and queries)

6. JavaScript (ECMA/E4X)

7. Web Services (SOAP)

8. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

9. Knowledge of data security standards (CDC, HIPAA, CJIS, PHI, PII)

10. Strong verbal and written communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders

Preferred Skills

1. Experience with eCR / eICR / RR / CDA / CCDA

2. Windows Server OS Administration

3. Large-scale integration and data design in healthcare

4. Public Health, Disease Surveillance, or LIMS experience

5. Large dataset manipulation and migration

6. Familiarity with LOINC / SNOMED

7. DevOps / Jira experience

8. SDLC best practices

9. Visio or flow diagram design

10. Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills

Education & Certifications

• Required: Bachelor s or Master s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• Preferred: Rhapsody Certification (specify level if applicable).

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Background check (7-year criminal and credit)

• E-Verify

• Confidentiality and Business Associate Agreement

• Drug-Free Workplace Affidavit

Interview Process

• One initial round of interviews (phone, video, or in-person).

• If no candidate is selected, a second round will be scheduled.

• Interviews will be arranged after resume review in DotStaff.

Additional Information

• 40 hours per week; occasional weekend work may be required (flexible scheduling allowed).

• The consultant will support critical systems during business hours and off-hours when needed.

• All source code, documentation, and deliverables produced under this contract become the sole property of the agency.

***Lumen and / or its clients will not provide equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) to the selected contractor. The contractor must have their own equipment. Access to a virtual desktop set up (software) will be provided by Lumen s client, allowing the user access to the required systems and technology.***