Java Technical Lead @Austin, TX – 13+ Years

Overview:
A public sector client of ours in Austin, Texas is looking for a Technical Lead for a 6-month hybrid contract opportunity that is likely to extend. Due to the nature of the role, they are currently only considering local candidates that are currently residing around the Austin area at this time. This is a hybrid position in their Austin office 2 days per week.

Our client is seeking a Technical Lead to support the design, development, and implementation (DD&I) of an HHS data integration hub. This role will involve leading an agile development team, implementing data acquisition strategies, developing complex SQL scripts, and ensuring data validation and transformation.

The data integration hub aims to:

• Implement and configure the necessary infrastructure.
• Automate data acquisition from diverse sources.
• Develop complex SQL scripts for data transformation.
• Ensure data validation and performance testing.
• Deploy and enhance the system for ongoing support.

This effort follows agile methodologies and is aligned with the Texas Integrated Eligibility Redesign System (TIERS) approach. This position is suited for a highly experienced technical lead with expertise in J2EE, SQL, data integration, and healthcare data analytics, ready to drive the design and implementation of a mission-critical data integration hub.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership – Lead an agile development team, working closely with architects and data engineers.
• Data Integration & Transformation – Automate data acquisition, develop SQL scripts for Snowflake and Oracle, and optimize dimensional models.
• Application Development – Enhance and maintain enterprise web applications using J2EE and Tomcat Server.
• Testing & Validation – Develop comprehensive data validation and data quality checks at different ingestion and processing stages.
• Documentation & Training – Create technical specifications, diagrams, and user training materials.
• Stakeholder Collaboration – Participate in requirement/design sessions, work closely with customers for validation, and propose enhancements as business needs evolve.
• Security & Compliance – Ensure adherence to data security best practices, including PII and PHI protection.

Required Experience:

• 13+ years – Proficiency in J2EE technologies, including JavaScript and JSP.
• 13+ years – Hands-on experience in Front-End/UI Development for enterprise-grade web applications.
• 13+ years – Strong SQL query writing skills for data extraction, transformation, and analysis.
• 13+ years – Experience in application development using Tomcat Server and web services.
• 8+ years – Experience developing comprehensive data validation and data quality checks.
• 8+ years – Experience creating technical documentation for requirements, user training, and operations.
• 8+ years – Experience designing and developing SQL scripts for Snowflake.
• 8+ years – Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, particularly as a system analyst for data analytics, performance management, or data warehousing projects.
• 8+ years – Experience with technical writing and diagramming, including tools such as Visio, Erwin, MS Office Suite, and MS Project.
• 8+ years – Experience working on an agile sprint team.
• 8+ years – Proficiency in JIRA software.
• 8+ years – Proven business analysis experience, specifically with TIERS data (CHIP & Medicaid) in healthcare services.
• 8+ years – Experience integrating Tableau dashboards within web-based applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years – Proven ability to write well-designed, testable, and efficient code using best software development practices.
• 4+ years – Understanding of security principles and their application to healthcare data.
• 4+ years – Experience with modern software components for performance metrics visualization or business intelligence environments.
• 4+ years – Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• 4+ years – Strong time management skills, ability to handle multiple priorities, and switch between assignments quickly.
• 4+ years – Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent experience.
• 4+ years – Prior experience in the Healthcare Industry.
• 4+ years – Prior experience with an HHS agency.
• 4+ years – Prior experience working with PII or PHI data.
• 4+ years – Functional knowledge or hands-on experience with Web Services (REST, SOAP, etc.).