Systems Analyst IV

JobCubby; Austin, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Defined benefit pension plan

Generous time off

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) in Texas seeks a Systems Analyst IV to perform highly complex senior-level computer systems analysis, including design, coding, testing, and debugging software applications. You will coordinate with users to identify requirements, develop functional design specifications, and solve complex operational problems.

The role emphasizes planning, deployment, and collaboration across teams, with a focus on regulatory compliance, accessibility and SDLC

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Java/J2EE and Web Services.
• Experience with design, coding, testing and debugging of applications.

Responsibilities

• Participate in system design, planning, production support and customer services.
• Develop deliverables via coding, build/release, testing and debugging.
• Provide business process analysis and design support.
• Coordinate analysis and programming activities with teams.
• Support development standards and project management.
• Perform additional duties including disaster recovery/COOP as required.

Skills

Java/J2EE

Web Services

Angular

Hibernate

Perl

Websphere

Jboss

Jasper Reports

Unix

Oracle

Systems Analysis

SDLC

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field

Tools

Jasper Reports

UNIX

Oracle

WebSphere

Jboss

Job description

to apply - email only, no card. You can also save this posting or score it againstyour profile with AI.## About the rolePerforms highly complex senior-level computer systems analysis, including designing, coding, testing, and debugging software applications. Coordinates with users to identify requirements and develops functional design specifications to meet business needs.JavaJ2EEWeb servicesAngularHibernatePerlWebsphereJbossJasper reportsUnixOracleSystems analysisSoftware development life cycleProgrammingCritical thinkingProblem solving## RequirementsRequires a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, with experience substitutable on a year-for-year basis. Candidates must have five or more years of experience in programming with Java/J2EE and Web Services.## BenefitsHealth insuranceDefined benefit pension planGenerous time off## Full descriptionJoin the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our 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. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.Functional Title: Systems Analyst IV Job Title: Systems Analyst IV Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Medi-Social Serv Apl Dev Posting Number: 20502 Closing Date: 09/23/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Computer and Mathematical Salary Range: $5,098.66 - $8,304.83 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-23 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Travel: Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 701 W 51ST ST Other Locations: MOS Codes: 0171,8848,8858,181X,182X,1D7X1,255A,255S,25B,25D,25H,26B,62E,681X,682X,781X,CTI,CTM,CTR,CYB10,CYB11 ISM,IT,Z PrefixBrief Job Description:Performs highly complex (senior-level) computer systems analysis work. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Coordinate with users to identify system requirements, develop functional design specifications to meet requirements, and solve complex operational problems. Coordinate, plan, and schedule the installation of or training for new or revised systems and define business process requirements. Prepare and define the goals of the system and devise flow charts and diagrams describing the logical operational steps of programs.Essential Job Functions (EJFs):1. Participates in the implementation for system design, planning, production support, and customer services for custom and prepackaged software systems, existing production & development applications, and statewide and interagency interfaces working independently with a significant amount of latitude. The person in this position will assist in identifying and defining enhancements required to support existing and emerging applications. (15%)2. Performs the tasks necessary for the development of deliverables and support by coding, build/release management, testing, and debugging programs while developing and executing tests for applications developed solutions. Coordinates the preparation of instructions for use during production runs. Coordinates the preparation and development of instructions or manuals for end users. Analyzes proposed computer applications in terms of equipment requirements and capabilities. (40%)3. Provides technical support and analysis related to programming activities. Provides business process analysis for design support to business processes and interfaces with integral departments and external agencies and service providers. Coordinates the research of automation techniques to improve computer system performance. Plans and coordinates programming projects within a particular project. Acts as senior programming system consultant in advanced computer system technology. Recommends new and improved computer hardware capabilities. (20%)4. Coordinates and prepares plans, scheduling, assigning and coordinating of analysis and programming activities. This coordination includes analysis and design involvement with business analysts and the application development team to ensure the conceptual and design phases of new and/or existing applications are aligned with the methods of working in code development methodologies at the agency. The person in this position will assist in developing standards and procedures for programming staff. (10%)5. Participates in the establishment of business policies, procedures, and standards consistent with the agency standardization efforts within HHSC and provides on-going communications and coordination with agency project managers and subject matter experts to resolve issues or potential issue while promoting adherence to sound development standards and solutions. (10%)6. Other duties as assigned. (Note: For DSHS positions this includes but is not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency's obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location.) (5%)Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of computer programming and systems analysis; of computer operations procedures and systems; and of computer programming languages.Knowledge of building and supporting applications, running in a highly distributed manner.Knowledge of multi-tier system development.Knowledge of the limitations and capabilities of computer systems, of the techniques used in the design of non-automated systems, of applicable programming languages, computer operating systems and the writing quality program code.Knowledge of the lifecycle phases of software development including scope and proposal, estimations, analysis, design, and software construction.Knowledge of the common design practices/standards associated with compliance to application accessibility (i.e.508, JAWS etc).Skill using JAVA, J2EE, Web Services, Angular, Hibernate, PERL, PORTAL, Websphere, Jboss, Jasper Reports, UNIX/Oracle, and client/server browser based applications to design, develop, code, test, troubleshoot, and repair applications.Skill in applying industry accepted software engineering concepts including a software development life cycle (SDLC) methodology comparable to the standard SDLC used by HHSC IT.Skilled in problem solving, critical thinking, in computer programming, in the use of computer hardware and software, and in modifying or developing programs for computer applications.Skill communicating with varied levels of staff and end users to develop positive effective working relationships and to establish credibility, trust, and confidence.Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, to serve as a key participant working with technical colleagues, to clearly and accurately document relevant issues, and to prepare accurate, concise, reliable reports.Ability to support the development of and management of project schedules for analysis, development and final deliverables as well as providing support oversight and supervise the work of other development staff.Ability to code, test, and debug computer programs.Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications:N/AInitial Screening Criteria:Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, or a related field.