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API Engineer (W2 ONLY)

San Diego, California Temporary USD65 - USD85 per hour Hybrid working View Job Description
We are seeking an experienced API Engineer to support data interoperability, API development, and enterprise data modernization initiatives for a public sector healthcare organization. This role will focus on CMS compliance requirements, designing and maintaining data integration solutions, and supporting data exchange between enterprise systems and the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW).
  • Long term contract!
  • Full remote!

About Our Client

The company operates California.

Job Description

  • Design, develop, implement, and maintain APIs that support CMS compliance and data interoperability requirements.
  • Build and enhance data integration pipelines supporting data ingestion to and extraction from the Enterprise Data Warehouse (EDW).
  • Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to define API and data exchange requirements.
  • Develop scalable, secure, and resilient integration solutions leveraging AWS services and enterprise data platforms.
  • Support data modernization initiatives through API-driven architecture and cloud-based integration patterns.
  • Ensure data quality, governance, security, and compliance standards are incorporated into all solutions.
  • Translate business requirements into technical designs and implementation plans.
  • Perform API testing, monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
  • Provide architectural guidance and technical recommendations related to interoperability, data integration, and modernization efforts.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, specifications, and support materials.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams, vendors, and client stakeholders to deliver successful project outcomes.
  • Contribute to strategic planning and roadmap development for enterprise data and integration capabilities.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in software engineering, API development, data integration, or related disciplines.
  • Strong experience designing and developing RESTful APIs and enterprise integration solutions.
  • Experience supporting CMS compliance initiatives and healthcare data interoperability requirements.
  • Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services and cloud-native application development.
  • Strong experience working with Teradata and large-scale enterprise data warehouse environments.
  • Experience developing and managing ETL/ELT processes and data integration pipelines.
  • Experience working within federal, state, or local government organizations.
  • Strong understanding of data governance, security, privacy, and compliance standards.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to work independently and deliver high-quality work products with minimal supervision.
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen.



Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with healthcare data standards such as FHIR, HL7, X12, or other interoperability frameworks.
  • Familiarity with Medicaid, healthcare payer, or public health data environments.
  • Experience supporting enterprise data modernization and cloud transformation initiatives.
  • Prior consulting experience with demonstrated ability to provide strategic recommendations to clients.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, API gateways, and microservices architectures.



Key Skills

  • API Development & Integration
  • CMS Compliance & Healthcare Data
  • Data Interoperability
  • AWS Cloud Technologies
  • Teradata
  • Enterprise Data Warehousing (EDW)
  • ETL/ELT Development
  • Data Modernization
  • System Integration
  • Data Governance & Security
  • Technical Consulting
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Public Sector Experience



Location: Remote / Hybrid (as applicable)

Clearance/Eligibility: U.S. Citizen Required

Experience Level: Senior (8+ Years)

Education: Bachelor's Degree Required

Travel: Potential for visiting client office in Sacramento on rare occasion

What's on Offer

  • Hourly pay of $65 to $75USD.



Interested? Apply today.

Contact
Kirsten Beam
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7131201

Job summary

Sector
Information Technology
Sub Sector
IT Development
Industry
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Where
San Diego
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Kirsten Beam
Job Reference
JN-102026-7131201
Job Nature
Hybrid working
 

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