Interface/Integration Specialist

  • Ventura, CA
  • Posted 6 days ago | Updated 17 hours ago

Overview

On Site
$Competitive
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent

Skills

Microsoft Exchange
Database
Web Services
Data Flow
ROOT
Technical Support
Test Cases
Testing
Quality Assurance
Documentation
Technical Writing
Auditing
Collaboration
Regulatory Compliance
Privacy
Encryption
Continuous Improvement
Interfaces
Performance Tuning
SQL
Middleware
API
Extract
Transform
Load
SOAP
FTP
XML
Computerized System Validation
JSON
Analytical Skill
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Communication
Computer Science
Information Technology
System Integration
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
SaaS

Job Details

Job Overview:
The Interface Specialist is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining interfaces between different software systems or applications.
This includes ensuring that systems can exchange data accurately, efficiently, and securely.
The role often involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, developers, and system administrators, to ensure successful integration.
Responsibilities:
1. System Integration:
o Design, develop, and implement interfaces between different business applications, databases, or platforms.
o Work with cloud-based vendor systems and on-premise data sources such as databases, API engines, and web services.
o Ensure smooth data flow between different systems and ensure that all interface points are functioning as expected.
2. Troubleshooting and Support:
o Troubleshoot issues related to system integrations and interfaces, identifying the root cause and providing solutions.
o Provide technical support for interface-related issues, working with other teams to resolve any disruptions in service.
3. Interface Development and Configuration:
o Develop new interface modules, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and protocols.
o Configure interface software to meet business requirements, ensuring that the system is scalable, maintainable, and secure.
4. Testing and Quality Assurance:
o Conduct testing of interfaces to ensure data accuracy, system stability, and optimal performance.
o Document test cases, results, and any issues found during testing.
o Work with Quality Assurance (QA) teams to ensure interface functionality is as expected before going live.
5. Documentation:
o Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for all interfaces, including specifications, data mappings, and troubleshooting guides.
o Document all changes to the interface configurations and systems for audit and compliance purposes.
6. Collaboration and Communication:
o Work closely with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements and design appropriate interface solutions.
o Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams to ensure clear understanding of interface processes and issues.
7. Compliance and Security:
o Ensure interfaces comply with security and privacy regulations, such as data encryption and protection policies.
o Monitor and address any security vulnerabilities within the interface environment.
8. Continuous Improvement:
o Evaluate existing interfaces for performance optimization opportunities and recommend improvements.
o Stay up-to-date with new technologies and integration best practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Technical Skills:
o Proficiency in MS SQL
o Proficiency in cloud technologies, preferably Azure Cloud.
o Experience with integration tools and technologies (e.g., middleware, API integration, ETL processes).
o Familiarity with protocols such as REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, and FTP.
o Understanding of data formats and standards, such as XML, CSV, or JSON.
Analytical Skills:
o Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
o Ability to analyze complex integration scenarios and devise effective solutions.
Communication Skills:
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in systems integration, interface development, or a related field.
Experience with cloud-based integration platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and SaaS integrations
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