Cloud Programmer/Analyst

About the role

Serves as a Senior Software Technical Analyst and Java developer, supporting applications under the Public Health Informatics and Data Exchange section of the Public Health Data Informatics (PHID) section of DSHS. Coordinates with IT, CDC, and Business SMEs to document the Ecosystem routes and message paths. Provides user support for software applications and workflows, including troubleshooting and issue management.

Responsibilities

• Supports the PHID ecosystem; plans and executes application releases.
• Collaborates with IT, CDC, and Business SMEs to document the Ecosystem routes and message paths.
• Provides user support for software applications and workflows - including troubleshooting and issue management (logging, sequence / escalation, and resolution).
• Advise technical and informatics team members in the planning and analysis of user requirements, procedures, and issues encountered during architecting, designing and implementing new software applications and in the improvement of existing applications.
• Investigate problems to identify the ideal solution in a timely manner. Assess the system to identify opportunities for technical improvement. Ensure data has undergone cleansing to ensure it is both correct and useful. Coordinate data route reviews with the integration team to verify accuracy. Ensure that the development of system interfaces and workflows are in alignment with program work processes and business requirements.
• Perform troubleshooting and resolution of issues related with logging, sequence / escalation, and resolution.
• Develops and maintains application code for applications outside of existing vendor support contracts.
• Assists in developing strategic plans for the continuous improvement of the ecosystem.
• Prepare management level reports, such as priority lists, quarterly reports, and operating plans.
• Advise management of the status and progress of projects and other tasks being conducted.
• Oversees the maintenance of existing applications; monitors the resolution of problems related to software development and/or maintenance of the ecosystem;
• Ensures the preparation of system level documentation for use by staff and system users.
• Affords assistance in coordination of project and maintenance activities with other IT Units as needed.
• Interfaces effectively with IT and customers to provide automated solutions to problems.
• Consults with IT and customers on software/hardware purchases.
• Reviews software/hardware justifications and requisitions and makes recommendations.
• Facilitates project meetings.
• Prepares and makes presentations as needed.

Requirements

• 4 years of experience as a Java Developer or 2 years as a Java Developer and either 2 years as a Systems Analyst or Technical Team Lead.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in a field relevant to the assignment preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of software applications and the techniques used in the design of automated systems.
• Knowledge of OWASP programming fundamentals.
• Knowledge of Agile methodology and approaches.
• Knowledge of Project Management and Software Development Life Cycle methodologies and best practices.
• Knowledge of SNOMED and LOINC (or similar integration and reporting technologies).
• Knowledge of CSS.
• Knowledge of Project control and cost estimating techniques.
• Knowledge of Amazon Web Services.
• Skills in data analysis, interpretation, and communication of findings.
• Skills in Java and Java scripting.
• Skills in MS SQL Server, MS SQL, MS Office Suite and Visio.
• Skills in effective team facilitation.
• Skills in effective listening.
• Skills in effective verbal and written communication.
• Skills in effective presentations.
• Ability to plan, assign, and monitor the work of others.
• Ability to coordinate and solve complex problems; work in team environment; and handle multiple projects.
• Ability to analyze, design, document, code, test, implement, and monitor automated processes and web applications.
• Ability to plan, assign, and supervise the work of others; and plan and direct a disease electronic surveillance project.
• Ability to write technical documents and design technical architecture.
• Ability to use problem-solving and analytical skills to identify opportunities to automate current manual processes.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both written and verbally, and to address audiences effectively.
• Ability to analyze systems and procedures and to explain abstract concepts in concrete terms.

Skills

• Java and Java scripting.
• MS SQL Server, MS SQL, MS Office Suite and Visio.
• Effective team facilitation.
• Effective listening.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Effective presentations.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

Pay

$7,015.16 - $9,732.50

Schedule

Day