Software Applications Engineer

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) in Virginia is offering a Software Applications Engineer role within the Information Management Division. You will design, develop, implement, and maintain enterprise integration solutions supporting Java/JEE based applications and IBM ACE/ITX products, working closely with DMAS stakeholders.

This role requires strong ETL experience, enterprise integration skills, and the ability to collaborate across teams, with the potential for in-office

Qualifications

• Experience with ETL concepts, data transformation, and enterprise integration.
• Experience with ETL platforms such as Talend or Informatica.
• Experience designing, developing and maintaining Java-based solutions using common standards and frameworks.
• Experience with SQL, Oracle and MongoDB.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.
• Creating and maintaining system documentation.
• Experience interpreting federal and state laws and regulations.
• Experience prioritizing and planning work to meet project deadlines.
• Experience communicating with internal and external business stakeholders and technical resources.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain enterprise integration solutions that support Java/JEE based applications, CRMS Talend ETL and IBM ACE/ITX products.
• Support mission-critical DMAS systems and healthcare data exchanges with middleware technologies.
• Collaborate with the IM project team and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions.
• Attend internal meetings and coordinate with external partners and vendors.

Skills

ETL concepts

Java-based solutions

SQL

Oracle

MongoDB

Enterprise integration

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Azure DevOps

CI/CD

Node.js

Express.js

Angular

Medicaid MES

Talend ETL

IBM App Connect Enterprise

IBM Transformation Extender

WAS

MQ

Tools

Talend ETL

IBM App Connect Enterprise

IBM Transformation Extender

WAS

MQ

Job description

Title: Software Applications Engineer

State Role Title:Info Technology Specialist III

Hiring Range: $108,000 - $111,240

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Dept of Med Assistance Svcs

Location:Dept of Medical Asst Services

Agency Website:www.dmas.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) is excited to offer a competitive opportunity to serve as the Software Applications Engineer in the Information Management Division. Previous applicants will need to reapply to this position. Job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: To Serve as a Software Integration Developer for the Information Management division to support the design, development, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise integration solutions that support Java/JEE based applications, CRMS Talend ETL program and EPS IBM SOA products like ODM, WAS, MQ, IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) and IBM Transformation Extender (ITX). The individual in this position is responsible for mission critical applications supported by DMAS and have extensive experience in enterprise application integration, ETL development, API services, EDI transactions, middleware technologies, and healthcare-related data exchanges. Support mission-critical systems that facilitate communication and data sharing between DMAS, healthcare providers, managed care organizations, state agencies, external partners and working with the IM project manager, IM project management staff, other members of the project team, and stakeholders. The business needs for this position have in office requirements to include but are not limited to attending internal meetings, engaging with external stakeholders, training and occasional conferences. Located in beautiful Central Virginia, the Richmond area puts you just 2 hours from the Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia Beach and Washington DC. To learn more about the Richmond, VA area visit: https://www.virginia.org/ The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) is working to improve the health and well-being of Virginians through access to high quality health care coverage. DMAS wants talented individuals who can align their experience with the mission of the agency and its core values – service, collaboration, trust, problem solving and adaptability. At the Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) we encourage and promote that you Come as you are | Become who you want to be | That is our promise.

Minimum Qualifications

Competitive candidates will meet these minimum qualifications:

Considerable experience with ETL concepts, data transformation, and enterprise integration methodologies.

Considerable experience with ETL platforms such as Talend or Informatica or any ETL platform.

Considerable experience designing, developing and maintaining Java based solutions using common standards and frameworks.

Considerable experience with development using tools such as SQL, Oracle and MongoDB.

Considerable experience with analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.

Considerable experience with creating and maintaining system documentations.

Work-related knowledge and experience interpreting and applying federal and state laws and regulations.

Experience prioritizing and planning work to meet project deadlines.

Experience communicating with both internal and external business stakeholders and technical resources.

Additional Considerations

Competitive candidates should meet these additional considerations:

Experience with Azure DevOps and CI/CD implementation.

Experience with Node.js, Express.js, and Angular development.

Experience with IBM App Connect Enterprise (ACE) and IBM Transformation Extender (ITX).

Experience with cloud-based integration solutions.

Experience with understanding and interpreting the business requirements and developing solutions that meet them.

Knowledge of Medicaid and Medicaid Enterprise Solutions (MES).

The Department of Medical Assistance Services (DMAS) is an Executive Branch agency that will adhere to all policies and procedures, to include the Commonwealth’s Department of Human Resource Management Policy 1.61 Teleworking. This position could be expected to work in the office as driven by business needs.

Telework arrangements are a privilege and may be rescinded at any time based on performance and/or business need. The agency reserves the right to modify or terminate a telework arrangement, provided that reasonable notice is given to the employee.

This position requires a fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check, Education Checks if applicable, Work History Verification with references.

This position requires the submission of a Statement of Economic Interest (financial disclosure).

The Department of Medical Assistance Services practices fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

From July 1, 2026, through January 21, 2029, applicants who were involuntarily separated from employment with the Federal Government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in force, budget reduction, or workforce restructuring initiative may be eligible for HB494 Federal Employee Priority Consideration. Applicants seeking HB494 Federal Employee Priority Consideration must identify themselves within the state application process and provide supporting documentation, including a Standard Form 50 (SF-50), verifying their eligibility.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: DMAS Talent Acquisition

Phone: 804 - 225 - 4407

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.