Lead Software Developer (Senior Specialist) Doh8171

This is a remote, full-time, and permanent position.

Join the DOH as a Lead Software Developer!

As part of this dynamic team, you'll play a crucial role in designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge web-enabled information systems. Your work will directly impact our ability to provide and manage essential health information services, contributing to the well-being of the people of Washington.

As a Lead, your responsibilities extend beyond software development. You'll guide and mentor team members, fostering a positive and productive culture while providing technical expertise to tackle complex challenges. Your insights will help shape strategic planning deliverables, aligning our efforts with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.

Your expertise with Rhapsody will be invaluable as you develop interfaces, collaborate with various teams, and champion an Enterprise Architecture approach. With a focus on innovation and adherence to data architecture standards, you'll ensure our systems evolve to meet evolving needs while maintaining robust security measures. Join us in driving forward the future of healthcare technology at the Washington State Department of Health.

Responsibilities:

• Manage Rhapsody Message Engine

• Utilize Rhapsody to support Agency goals and objectives by coding and working within the constraints of the Interoperability engine.

• Develop and Configure Rhapsody Routes

• Design, develop, test, and configure Rhapsody routes as necessary to manage data flow from internal and external entry points throughout DOH laboratory and other health information processing flows.

• Develop, test, and maintain all agency and business unit applications supported by the IT unit, or as assigned by management, using technologies such as .NET Framework, Azure, JavaScript, MS SQL Server, HTML, CSS, XML, PowerShell, and MS-Office VBA.

• Design small to enterprise-level N-Tier agency and business unit web applications, participate in development work, and contribute to the creation of application design documentation in accordance with standards and practices.

• Utilize DBMS software to design, develop, and maintain databases and applications, including data migration, validation processes, and extraction, transformation, and loading of data from external sources.

• Solve complex IT problems, conduct research and analysis to resolve issues, make recommendations, and escalate problems when necessary to the next level.

• Develop service-level agreements, measurement and monitoring methods, management reports, and system and user documentation for supported systems.

• Guide team members to deliver high-quality software solutions efficiently, foster a positive and productive team culture, and provide technical expertise and guidance.

• Engage in IT risk assessment and security review processes for software development projects, ensuring compliance with DOH and OCIO security standards.

• Attend and contribute to projects and staff meetings, assist in conducting analysis of industry-wide trends, and collaborate with internal and external IT integration teams to create standard approaches to new application systems implementation.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

Your experience must come from full-time professional work and may have been gained concurrently. Any additional years of experience can replace educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.

• Professional experience in IT disciplines such as consulting, analysis, design, programming, installation, or maintenance of computer software applications (You must meet one of the following options):

• Option 1: 10 years of experience

• Option 2: Associate degree in IT or a related field and 8 years of experience

• Option 3: Bachelor's degree in IT or a related field and 6 years of experience

• Six (6) or more years of experience in developing and implementing application solutions within a complex distributed environment.

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive professional experience in software development, including:

• Working-level understanding of Health Level 7 (HL7) or FHIR (Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources).

• Utilization of MS-Visual Studio Development tools for maintaining and developing agency or corporate level systems.

• Designing, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining C#, .NET Frameworks, Azure Portals, Blob Storage, Storage Accounts, Event-Driven Architecture, Azure Function apps using source code management tools such as GitHub, ADO.

• Developing and testing with MS-SQL 2012 or higher and using Transact SQL statements.

• Possession of current Rhapsody "Associate level" certification or willingness to complete certification within 6 months from the date the resources were made available for training.

Preferred Experience and Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Management Information System, Health Informatics, or closely allied field (Engineering/Mathematics).

• Three (3) or more years of professional sharing, developing applications or services related to enterprise health integration engines (Rhapsody).

• Four (4) or more years of professional experience developing or supporting application or services using versions of Health Level 7 (v2.3.1, v2.5.1, v2.6, v 2.7, CDA and FHIR) and National Council for Prescription Drug Programs (NCPDP) standards.

• Two (2) or more years' experience developing Microsoft application security, authentication, auditing, and exception handling protocols using the Microsoft Enterprise Libraries

• Demonstrated experience working with technologies such as Linux, Java

Our ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following interpersonal skills and competencies:

• Cultural humility by embracing diverse perspectives and honoring various cultures.

• Commitment to equity and inclusion, removing barriers, championing social justice, and fostering a sense of belonging.

• Using an outward mindset to fuel impactful contributions and blending your personal expertise with collaborative achievements.

• Problem-solving and crafting effective solutions while communicating clearly across different mediums.

• Dedication to customer service and navigating diverse interactions to build strong organizational relationships.

• Your technical competence should shine, making you an invaluable asset to our team!

Location and Flexibility

This position is open to candidates from across the United States. We welcome talent from coast to coast to join our team and make a difference, no matter where you're located. Attending events or working In-office at the DOH office located in Tumwater, WA is infrequent, rarely required, and would be scheduled well in advance at.

Benefits and Lifestyle

We prioritize your work-life balance and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages nationwide, tailored to support your lifestyle. Discover more about "Why DOH" by visiting Work@Health.

About Us

The Center for Technology Operations (a.k.a Tech Ops)

The Center for Technology Operations, or Tech Ops, is the backbone of public health IT services, offering comprehensive support in enterprise service desk, infrastructure operations, application development and support, data management, cloud program and platform management, as well as back-office and enterprise systems configuration, including testing and change management. We cater to the needs of agency staff, public health partners, and citizens by delivering quality services with a proactive approach. Our customer-centric ethos drives us to understand and meet current needs while anticipating future requirements, fostering a culture of curiosity and innovation.

We are the Washington State Department of Health (DOH)

At DOH, we safeguard public health in an ever-evolving world. Through collaboration with local health jurisdictions and state, federal, and private partners, our programs, and services impact every Washingtonian and visitor daily. We're driven by Equity, Innovation, and Engagement, as outlined in our Transformational Plan for the future of Washington health.

Application Directions:

• To apply, please click "Apply" to complete the application, including attaching your Resume, Cover Letter, and References (at least 3 professional references including a supervisor, a peer, and someone you've supervised or led (if applicable)).

• Do not submit private information including social security numbers, year of birth, etc.

• The hiring manager WILL NOT review additional supplemental attachments. DO NOT attach or submit the following:

• Please REMOVE personal photos before attaching resume and/or cover letter.

• Transcripts

• Certifications or Diplomas

• Projects or Portfolios

• Letters of Recommendation

Veterans Preference: Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please remove or cover any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers and birth year.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:  We regard diversity as the foundation of our strength, recognizing that differing insights and abilities enable us to reflect the unique needs of the communities we serve.

DOH is an equal-opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination based on race/ethnicity/color, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, marital status, the presence or perception of a disability, veteran's status, military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, or gender identity.

Representation: This position is covered by a bargaining unit for which the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE) is the exclusive representative.    

Questions and Accommodations: If you have questions, need accommodation in the application or selection process, or need information in an alternative format, contact Shawnelle Goalder at shawnelle.goalder@doh.wa.gov.  For general DOH recruitment questions, email the Talent Acquisition Team at employment@doh.wa.gov. Deaf or hard of hearing contact Washington Relay Service at 7-1-1; individuals outside of Washington State contact Washington Relay Service at 1-800-833-6874.

Technical Support: Reach out to NEOGOV directly at 1-855-524-5627 for technical support and login issues.

Conditions of Employment:

I am prepared, with or without accommodations, to do the following:

• Commit to a full-time 40-hour work week schedule (flexible work schedule requests must be approved supervisor).

• Communicate through applications such as MS Teams and MS Outlook, and by phone while working remotely.

• Adjust my work schedule occasionally to align with business needs, which may entail working evenings and weekends.

• Perform my job duties either remotely from home or in-person at the designated DOH site location.

• Travel periodically within the state of Washington.

• Possess the legal ability to operate a state or privately-owned vehicle or arrange alternative transportation for official state business.

• Engage in emergency response exercises and high-priority assignments as assigned during emergency events.

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