Programmer Analyst - Senior IBM Master Data Management(MDM) & Integration Developer

Job Description

Job Description

The position is responsible for providing ongoing maintenance and support for Master Person Index (MPI), Michigan Index Data Stewardship Portal and Symmetry applications supported within our department. These applications are part of the Technology and Database area. The resource is integral to supporting and improving MDHHS automated processes, streamlining critical business processes, data integrity, SEM/SUITE compliance, and securing the applications. As a lead, the resource participates in a variety of assignments that provides for the enhancement, integration, maintenance, and implementation of projects. The resource also provides application oversight to business analysts and to other teams integrating with Master Person index. Not having a resource on staff will delay ongoing and future project work within the area and lead to DTMB inability to deliver on priotized enhancements and maintenance from MPI to all major applications like Bridges, MiIntegrate. HESB in MDHHS

Job Duties

• Write high level functional requirement documents.
  
• Work in Linux Operating Systems
  
• Develop scripts in PowerShell.
  
• Work in Git and GitHub for repositories.
  
• Work closely with Database Administrators to develop and execute SQL scripts.
  
• Create monthly reports for MDM applications.
  
• Work with client for task and ticket resolutions in MPI and MIDSP.
  
• Work on creating and deploying certificates on Windows and Linux systems.
  
• Work closely with Infrastructure teams like Server team (Linux, Windows) and Network team for maintenance and issue resolution.
  
• Execute full software development life cycle (SDLC) including experience in gathering requirements. and writing functional/technical specifications for complex projects.
  
• Experience developing, prototypes, mockup for users review and approval.
  
• Exposure to flowcharts, screen layouts and documentation to ensure logical flow of the system requirements.
  
• Assist with Enterprise Architecture Solution Assessment (EASA), Hosting document and Firewall Rules.
  
• Design, develop, and implement test plans and test reports for applications or subsystems.
  
• Create or collect test data and execute approved tests to determine the accuracy of program logic to produce desired results.
  
• Assist with UAT Testing, Test cases, Post Implementation testing.
  
• Provide defect and incident tracking information.
  
• Assist with implementation of Request for Change (RFC - application changes, infrastructure changes, etc.).
  
• Maintain/update system documentation as a result of system upgrades.
  
• Monitors applications both production and non-production environments.
  
• Provide application support for business client applications that are maintained by DTMB.
  
• Delivering product and service based upon the core concepts of software Development.
  

Requirements

8+ years:

• Software development experience supporting enterprise-scale systems
  

Strong hands-on experience with IBM InfoSphere MDM v14.x Standard Edition (Virtual MDM), including MDM data models, entities, transactions, batch processing, configuration, customization, and troubleshooting

Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka

Desired Skills

8+ years:

• Java / J2EE experience, including Java, JSP, and REST/SOAP- based services, with strong production troubleshooting skills
  

5+ years:

• Experience working with Linux/Unix operating systems, including command-line usage, log analysis, and system-level troubleshooting
  

Strong understanding of MDM concepts and IBM MDM product capabilities, with the ability to understand, maintain, and enhance an existing MDM Standard Edition implementation built by a third-party vendor

Hands-on experience with Apache Kafka, including topic creation and configuration, producer and consumer development, message flow troubleshooting, and understanding of Zookeeper and Kafka KRaft concepts using strimzi operator.

Experience with batch processing using WildFly and Kafka

Experience working with application servers such as WildFly, including application deployments, startup, configuration, health checks, and runtime issue resolution

Experience integrating Kafka with WildFly-based applications and IBM MDM Standard Edition

Proficiency in writing and optimizing SQL queries in Oracle and Microsoft SQL Server environments

Strong Linux/Unix shell scripting skills (Bash), including automation and operational scripting

Experience creating, scheduling, and maintaining CRON jobs for batch and scheduled processes

Experience in development of Flowable is a strong plus

Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Azuredevops, azure git repo, or similar tools

Experience deploying and supporting applications in cloud and OCP containerized environments

Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS and/or Azure

Exposure to OpenShift and Kubernetes is a strong plus

Experience with ELK / Elastic Stack for log monitoring and troubleshooting, including correlating logs across Kafka, WildFly, and MDM

Experience working with data and supporting mission-critical production systems

Ability to independently own, maintain, and support complex systems with minimal external dependency

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's Degree
  

Location

• Open to local candidates or those willing to relocate to Lansing. Must be able to relocate from day one with no delays (non-negotiable ) .
  
• Position is a hybrid schedule Mondays and Tuesdays are required on-site days (non-negotiable) Must meet these requirements from beginning.
  
• Working hours Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
  

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time
  
• Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment.
  

Employment Terms

• This is a W2 position
  
• 40 hrs per week
  
• HYBRID schedule - Mondays and Tuesdays are required on-site days (non-negotiable) Must meet these requirements from beginning
  

About Zenfreed

At Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right talent.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Benefits

We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage options for all employees.