MMIS Interface Analyst
Description
Hybrid 2 days/week in Quincy
· EOHHS is seeking to hire a Senior Interface Analyst to join our collaborative Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) team.
· The Senior Interface Analyst should possess experience working on large-scale integration projects and a strong understanding of Medicaid and/or health insurance business processes.
· This role manages the day-to-day interface operations and technical requirements of the MMIS system, supporting ongoing data research and analysis efforts.
· The key responsibilities include planning, developing, and executing interface implementation and data migration activities.
· The Senior Interface Analyst will actively participate in MMIS internal projects, contribute to security and privacy standards, and support improvements to the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
· Candidates with prior experience in Medicaid systems will be given preference.
· The Senior Interface Analyst will be called upon to act as an active member in all phases of the project including gap analysis, requirements gathering, design and development activities, documentation, testing, implementation, and stabilization.
· The Senior Interface Analyst is expected to work independently and collaboratively with technical teams and business stakeholders; therefore, exceptional communication, coordination, and documentation skills are essential for success in this role.
· The primary work location for this role will be at 1 Enterprise Drive, Quincy Massachusetts 02171.
· The work schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 9:00AM to 5:00PM.
· This position is expected to follow a hybrid model of reporting to work that combines in-office workdays and work from home days as needed. Schedules are subject to change based on the operational needs of the business.
Detailed List of Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Collaborate with business teams, partners, and vendors to gather and validate interface requirements for existing or new interface projects Design, define and maintain(update/modify/customize) interface schemas, specifications, record layouts and file specifications in coordination with Functional BAs and Partners
Define and document web service specifications, including request/response formats, endpoints, and contracts (SOAP/REST, FHIR APIs)
Participate in detailed reviews, design walkthroughs, Unit test walkthroughs for the new interfaces/schemas/webservices and provide approval.
· Coordinate and collaborate with partners in UAT and end-to-end testing of the XML/file and webservices to validate new or changes to existing interfaces.
· Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot SFTP connections for inbound/outbound data exchanges with external systems, payers and healthcare trading partners Set up and maintain file transfer schedules, folder structures, PGP/encryption, and access controls in compliance with HIPAA security requirements Investigate and resolve file transfer failures, delays, and connectivity issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations Assist in resolving issues by working as a liaison between the business users, interface partners and development staff. Work with internal teams and external partners to production support teams to resolve any interface emergency production issues Run reports, support data extraction and exchange with external source systems. Coordinate with the various infrastructure teams for approvals and changes to networks, gateways, security etc.
· for all interface-related changes as well as production emergencies. Support the technical requirements of the MMIS hosting and software environments.
· Support and troubleshoot integrations hosted on cloud platforms such as AWS and Microsoft Azure Stay current on emerging integration technologies, API management platforms, and healthcare interoperability standards Take full ownership of assigned interfaces/tasks from requirements gathering through implementation and post-go-live support Serve as the primary point of contact for interface-related queries from business and technical stakeholders Communicate clearly and proactively with cross-functional teams, vendors, and leadership on status, risks, and issues Preferred Qualifications: 8+ years’ IT experience with strong interface and data analysis experience.
· Technical knowledge of IT infrastructure and hosting environments standards. Strong understanding of interface design, analysis and data structures preferably within healthcare IT Strong Knowledge of SOAP Web Services, XML and data exchange.
· Experience in file exchange mechanisms and protocols like SFTP is required. Understanding of encryption/decryption and familiarity with a Unix/Linux environment.
· Solid understanding of XML, XSD schema design, and validation techniques
· Prior experience developing requirement documents and technical specifications is required Experience with web services (SOAP/REST), including request/response analysis and testing
· Proficiency in SQL and database validation techniques
· Strong health insurance business knowledge with focus on interface designs, data structures and transaction types. Proficient in business analysis to support all stages of SDLC.
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong ownership mentality with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
· Experience preparing status reports and presenting to stakeholders/management
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Exposure to Agile/Scrum methodologies Strong stakeholder management and collaboration across business and technical teams Ability to explain technical issues to non-technical audiences Detail-oriented with a focus on data accuracy and quality
· Self-driven with strong accountability for outcomes
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· Education and Certifications:
· Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, IT or Healthcare Administration, or equivalent work experience.
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