Data Conversion Lead

We are seeking an experienced Data Conversion Lead to lead the design and execution of complex data migrations from legacy Medicaid systems to modern platforms. This role plays a critical part in ensuring data accuracy, continuity of operations, and regulatory compliance during large-scale system transitions.

The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on development experience, strong leadership skills, and a solid understanding of Medicaid data domains, guiding teams through data extraction, transformation, validation, and reconciliation activities.

**This is a fully remote position. Requires 25% travel. **

Why Join Maximus?

• Competitive Compensation - Bonus opportunities based on performance.

• ️ Comprehensive Insurance Coverage - Choose from various plans, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, and partially funded HSA. Additionally, enjoy Life insurance benefits and discounts on Auto, Home, Renter's, and Pet insurance.

• Future Planning - Prepare for retirement with our 401K Retirement Savings plan and Company Matching.

• ️ Unlimited Time Off Package - Enjoy UTO, Holidays, and sick leave,

• Holistic Wellness Support - Access resources for physical, emotional, and financial wellness through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Recognition Platform - Acknowledge and appreciate outstanding employee contributions.

• Tuition Reimbursement - Invest in your ongoing education and development.

• Employee Perks and Discounts - Additional benefits and discounts exclusively for employees.

• Maximus Wellness Program and Resources - Access a range of wellness programs and resources tailored to your needs.

• Professional Development Opportunities- Participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of complex software applications from business requirements in collaboration with other team members

• Investigate new solutions, tools, products, and techniques to incorporate into coding standards.

• Troubleshoot complex issues and produce detailed proposals to resolve.

• Support testing and remediate defects

• Guide, coach, and mentor entry and mid-level developers

Key Responsibilities:

-Lead end to end Medicaid data conversion efforts, including planning, design, development, testing, and execution

• Establish conversion strategies for migrating data between Medicaid systems while minimizing operational risk

• Provide technical leadership to development teams

• Serve as the primary technical point of contact for conversion-related decisions and issue resolution

• Development & Technical Execution

• Design and develop data extraction, transformation, and load (ETL/ELT) processes for large, complex datasets

-Develop transformation logic to map legacy Medicaid data models to target system structures

• Ensure conversion programs follow coding standards, performance expectations, and security practices

• Review code, validate transformation rules, and oversee defect remediation

• Optimize conversion performance to support high volume Medicaid datasets

• Medicaid Domain Expertise

• Lead conversion of core Medicaid data domains

• Ensure conversions meet CMS, state Medicaid, and contractual requirements

• Support regulatory, audit, and certification activities related to converted data

• Testing, Validation & Reconciliation

• Define and oversee data validation, reconciliation, and sign off processes

• Partner with business, compliance, and QA teams to confirm completeness and accuracy

• Ensure converted data supports downstream reporting, operations, and compliance needs

Minimum Requirements

'- Bachelor's degree in related field.

• 7-10 years of relevant professional experience required.

• Equivalent combination of education and experience considered in lieu of degree.

Program Specific Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5+ years of hands-on development experience, with significant experience leading data conversions

• Strong experience working with Medicaid data and healthcare systems

• Advanced SQL skills and experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL)

• Experience building ETL/ELT processes using custom code or integration tools

• Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Program Specific Preferences

• Experience migrating data between state Medicaid systems platforms

• Experience supporting system certification, readiness reviews, or go live activities

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Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

Minimum Salary

$125,000

Maximum Salary

$170,000