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.***

Lumen Solutions Group Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.