Java Developer

Job Description

Allied Consultants, Inc is a proudly Austin based firm with over 33 years of experience delivering top-tier technical and business professionals within Texas State Agencies. We are currently seeking an experience Java Developer to play a key role within a high-impact technical services team.

• Location of job note from client : Resumes will not be accepted from out-of-state applicants. The Worker will be required to travel as needed to the primary work location in the Austin office. Remote work may be considered in accordance with client's Telework policies, which includes in-office attendance.

Responsibilities

The Business Automation Support (BAS) unit within the Medicaid and CHIP Services (MCS) Department oversees Texas Medicaid & Healthcare Partnership (TMHP) systems and related support activities. BAS provides oversight of Long-Term Care (LTC) program systems, which supports LTC providers for services delivered to individuals; modifications and updates to TMHP vendor systems; and encounter data and Managed Care Organization (MCO) file support and coordination.

The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) Services section oversees the Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) program. The IDD Services and PASRR area is responsible for the oversight and support of 41 contracted entities. Oversight includes developing policies, rules, and handbooks; creating training; quality assurance and fiscal monitoring; providing technical assistance; and managing contractors. The IDD PASRR area is requesting technology changes to the Long-Term Care Online Portal (LTCOP) for the Intellectual and Developmental Disability Habilitative Specialized Services (IHSS) Automation project. The project will add new forms to the LTCOP; new services for authorization; and workflows for claims in the client's and TMHP systems. The development of the new PASRR forms will allow agency and contracted workers to deliver IHSS in compliance with federal and state rules and regulations. This enhancement will require changes to the existing web services and batch processing systems, which are supported by the Long-Term Care BAS team.

The Worker will perform web services developer functions to plan, develop, test, and document computer programs, applying knowledge of programming techniques and computer systems. The Worker evaluates user requests for new or modified programs, analyzes and develops specifications to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current system, and computer capabilities. Consults with users to identify current operating procedures and clarify program objectives. Formulates plans outlining steps required to develop program, using methodologies such as structured analysis and design or object-oriented development. The Worker will have eight or more years of experience; relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals; independently performs a variety of complicated tasks; and may lead and direct the work of others.

Plans, develops, tests, and documents computer programs, applying knowledge of programming techniques and computer systems. Evaluates user request for new or modified program, such as for financial or human resource management systems, clinical research trial results, statistical study of traffic patterns, or analyzing and developing specifications for bridge design, to determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current system, and computer capabilities. Consults with user to identify current operating procedures and clarify program objectives. Formulates plan outlining steps required to develop program, using methodologies such as structured analysis and design or object-oriented development.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements :

8 years of :

Preferred : 2 years of :

Overview

At Allied Consultants, we value our consultants and are committed to providing an exceptional experience including :

Candidates selected for interviews will be subject to a criminal background check and may be required to pass a drug screening, in compliance with federal and state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of these checks.

Allied Consultants is a proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.