Senior Cloud/Integration Architect (Information Systems Specialist 8) 100 % Remote Work

Initial Posting Date:

07/31/2024

Application Deadline:

12/09/2024

Agency:

Oregon Health Authority

Salary Range:

$7,149 - $10,826

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Senior Cloud/Integration Architect (Information Systems Specialist 8) 100 % Remote Work

Job Description:

****This is a full-time permanent position****

Monthly Salary Range: $7,149 - $10,826

Salary will be determined via a Pay Equity Analysis, for more information on this process please click here.

Please attach a current version of your resume and a cover letter that addresses the points listed under the section titled What We Are Looking For.

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The work of this role may be conducted remotely with full access to the needed operating systems and technology. Candidates must reside in the United States to work 100 % remote.

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA) has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Cloud/Integration Architect to join an excellent team and work to advance their IT operations. 

The Office of Information Service’s mission is to deliver technology solutions and services that support Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Human Services in helping Oregonians achieve health, well-being, and independence.

More information about the Office of Information Services and current job opportunities can be found here 

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:

• Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
• Becoming an anti-racist organization
• Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs,
• Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.
• Click here to learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values.

This is a full-time permanent opportunity for anyone to apply. This position is a classified position represented by a union.

This position falls under the Information Systems Specialist 8 classification.

What you will do!

As a Cloud / Integration Architect, you will provide expert-level in-depth analysis, support and architectural guidance for technically sophisticated computer software and data systems that are foundational to the modernization of mission critical, large-scale payment and financial systems within the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) and the Department of Human Services (DHS).  Modernization will include understanding the current people, processes and technology and migrating to a modern solution using SaaS solutions, components, interfaces, ETL and APIs through configuration, customization and extending features with approved tools and standardized components.

In this role, you will analyze functional and non-functional requirements for payment and financial systems, including interfaces to existing ONE eligibility and state general ledger systems to ensure a modern cloud solution that can be adapted to address on-going legislative priorities, programs, and changes over time.  You will collaborate with business analysts and business leaders to understand the requirements, including split funding rules, cost accounting specifications and complex business rules.  You will be involved in evaluating SaaS solutions, RFP responses to determine the fit for purpose, configurability, customizability and extensibility of available solutions and components.

You will architect the finance and payment system solution including the software component implementation, interfaces, and transformation of legacy system data. You will be involved in architecting the appropriate SaaS solution or components and their integration points and the optimization of all aspects of the architecture to optimize performance.  You will have a high-level understanding of the data flows, technical functional and non-functional requirements and liaise with the legacy team to understand details of the current legacy system, as appropriate. You will understand relevant standards, synergies and orchestrate an architectural solution that can be adapted as we move from Pilot through the production phases and then to adapt to legislative changes and new requirements over time.

The customer base served includes technically sophisticated end-users, software vendors and suppliers, systems programmers, technical contractors, system management staff and various other systems operations staff.

Additionally, you will provide expert analysis and architectural advice to facilitate the modernization, transformation and proper functioning of the various programs and daily operations. You will support the agency’s mission and program objectives through timely and accurate issuance of benefits, including but not limited to cash, food stamps, child support, provider pay, and medical by ensuring maximum availability of systems to end users. You will also work with other system Team Leads and/or managers responsible for coordinating one or more projects while developing work schedules and priorities for multiple assignments.

What we are looking for!

SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS: (Please clearly outline how you meet the minimum requirements and special qualifications in your application/resume/cover letter. Failure to do so will disqualify you from consideration)

Must have 2 years of experience in a Cloud environment integrating new solutions with legacy interfaces.  

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

(a) Seven (7) years of information systems experience in creating architecture solutions for complex systems with multiple interfaces, databases, and complex rules.

OR

(b) An Associate's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, OR completion of a two (2) year accredited vocational training program in information technology or related field.

AND

5 years of information systems experience creating architecture solutions for complex systems with multiple interfaces, databases, and complex rules.

OR

(c) A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

AND

three (3) years of information systems experience in creating architecture solutions for complex systems with multiple interfaces, databases, and complex rules.

OR

(d) Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

AND

one (1) year of information systems experience in creating architecture solutions for complex systems with multiple interfaces, databases, and complex rules.

Desired Attributes

• Experience implementing financial and payment systems in a Cloud environment.
• Experience with modernization / finance & payment system modernization
• Strong architecture and design skills, including integration across multiple systems in complex environments in a Cloud environment.
• Communication skills including working with both technical and customer resources. Ability to translate between business and technical needs.
• Experience in solution and/or system architecture including working across systems with significantly different technology stacks.
• Experience in complex integration
• Experience with Cloud native development, DevOps, Iaas/PaaS/SaaS/LaaS solutions, ADOS, configuration management tools, and/or other cloud computing platforms.
• Experience supporting complex customer requirements, including complex business rules.
• Strong Project Management skills including experience managing projects throughout the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Ability to ensure that SDLC processes are being followed and to track deliverables such as technical code reviews and technical documentation reviews.
• Experience estimating resources and schedules for complex system development efforts.
• Ability to select and adapt systems and tools to support specific requirements through configuration, customization and / or extensibility features.
• Ability to participate in the advancement of systems delivery concepts, methodologies, techniques, and tools.
• Outstanding customer service skills for internal and external customers.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Experience in promoting a culturally competent and diverse work environment.

What's in it for you?

• Medical, vision, and dental benefits
• Eleven (11) paid holidays.
• Eight (8) hours of vacation per month, eligible to be used after 6 months of service.
• Eight (8) hours of sick leave per month, eligible to be used as accrued.
• 24 hours of personal business leave per fiscal year, eligible to be used after 6 months of service.
• Pension and retirement programs 
• Opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
• Continuous growth and development opportunities
• Opportunities to serve your community and make an impact through meaningful work.
• A healthy work/life balance, including fulltime remote options as well.

Working Conditions:

Staff working remote shall:

• Meet all responsibilities and perform all duties as if their role was performed in a traditional work setting.
• Comply with all agency policies, guidelines, and management directives.
• Maintain a professional demeanor in the performance of all duties.
• Meet and maintain performance expectations.
• Be available each week during traditional business hours, as determined by the business need. 
• There may be times that a position or an individual must be located full-time, on-site, within traditional business hours.  Times when on-site presence can be required include but are not limited to training, performance, business alignment, accommodations, or resource availability. To be eligible for remote work, staff must have a home workspace that meets all applicable technology, security and safety requirements including the ability to provide protection of confidential information.

How to Apply

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• Attach a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the “What we are looking for?” section including required and preferred skills.

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Questions/Need Help?

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Email: Kyle.Phillips@oha.oregon.gov

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Additional Information

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• PERS rate: The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95%. Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details click here.
• Veterans: If you are a veteran, you may receive veteran’s preference. Click here for more information about veterans’ preference. To receive veterans' preference points, please submit the following required documentation when you apply:
  • A copy of your DD214/DD215 form; OR a letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating you receive a non-service-connected pension for the five (5) point preference.
  • A copy of your DD214/DD215 form; AND a copy of your veterans' disability preference letter from the Dept. of Veterans Affairs for the ten (10) point preference.
• Visa Sponsorship: Oregon Health Authority (OHA) does not offer VISA sponsorship. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security’s I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. OHA is an E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
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Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, genetic information, or any other protected class under state or federal law. In addition, we do not discriminate, or screen applicants based on current or past compensation. To learn more about OHA’s mission, vision, and core values, click here.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity.

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