Developer/Programmer Analyst 3

Solicitation Reference Number
537701803

Customer Name
Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Category
Applications/Software Development

Customer Entity Name
Health and Human Services Commission

Title
Developer/Programmer Analyst

Level
Developer/Programmer Analyst 3

Posted Date
10/30/2026

Estimated Hours
1,385

SSR Status
Posted

Number of Positions
1

Status
New

# of Resumes Allowed
1

Candidates SubmittedFull/Part Time
Full Time

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)

Solicitation Reference Number: 537701803	Working Title: Developer/Programmer Analyst 3	Title/Level: Developer/Programmer Analyst 3
Category: Applications/Software Development	Full Time

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Developer/Programmer Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Developer/Programmer Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Position Summary:

 

The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Birth Defects Epidemiology and Surveillance Branch (BDESB), is seeking a temporary Developer/Programmer Analyst III to provide a needs assessment, programming automation, and system integration for electronic case reporting (eCR), data interoperability, and modernization activities for the Texas Birth Defects Registry (TBIRDS). This position will conduct a needs assessment to evaluate and identify business requirements for eICR ingestion into the TBIRDS and the auto-population of select fields to expedite record abstraction. This position will lead projects to automate and expedite branch processes such as clinical review of cases in TBIRDS and build dashboards related to eCR implementation and data modernization efforts. The position will primarily support the development of automated processes between systems for extracting, validating, and using data from electronic initial case reports (eICRs). The contractor will work with BDESB program, epidemiology, and technical staff for system development to evaluate, identify, and document programming solutions. Developed solutions will reduce manual data review, improve the usability of eCR data, and support the interoperability and automation of electronic health data into existing surveillance and workflows.

 

Job Duties:

 

• Interoperability Needs Assessment: Conduct a needs assessment to evaluate and identify necessary steps for the Texas Birth Defects Registry (TBIRDS) to ingest eICRs and auto-populate select data fields. Maintain clear documentation of programming scripts, workflows, validation procedures, developed solutions, and other integration specific information to support sustainability and future maintenance. Develop a report/system requirements document describing functions and workflows needed for TBIRDS interoperability.

• Dashboards and System Integration: Develop, test, document, and maintain SAS, Python, R (or other statistical software) programs for multiple branch processes, including building dashboards. Programs will automate and integrate relevant data from eICRs into TBIRDS to expedite branch processes such as but not limited to: triaging cases for clinical review and/or automating data ingestion in TBIRDS.

• Testing and Validation: Test and validate automated workflow processes, standardization, linkage, and processing methods to assess accuracy, completeness, and reliability of SAS, R, and Python (or other statistical software) programs. Troubleshoot identified issues and refine programming solutions accordingly.

• Data Interoperability Automation and Registry Modernization: Support efforts to incorporate electronic health data into existing TBDR workflows and assist with needs assessment and planning related to eICR integration and other interoperability initiatives.

• Technical Requirements and Recommendations: Collaborate with BDESB staff and technical partners to identify data and system requirements, document technical processes, identify potential limitations, and develop recommendations for future interoperability projects.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements: Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills/experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity.
Years	Required/Preferred	Experience
8	Required	Experience developing, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting SAS, Python, R, or other similar programming language scripts.
8	Required	Experience with system integration, dashboard creation, and automation for improved interoperability workflows.
8	Required	Experience working with structured or semi-structured health, public health, or other complex administrative data and knowledge of databases and database querying.
8	Required	Ability to develop reports that documents system requirements to identify programmatic and business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
8	Required	Experience testing and validating automated data-integration solutions.
8	Required	Ability to document code and technical specifications for improved workflows and procedures.
8	Required	Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to communicate technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical staff, and Ability to work collaboratively with other staff.
2	Preferred	Experience with electronic case reporting (eCR/eICR), Electronic Health Records or Health Information Exchange, healthcare interoperability standards such as HL7, XML, or FHIR, SNOMED CT or other clinical terminology standards.
2	Preferred	Experience with SQL and relational databases, public health surveillance systems or registries, data linkage and matching, and development of automated data pipelines or ETL processes.

III. TERMS OF SERVICE


Services are expected to start 12/01/2026 and are expected to complete by 04/30/2027. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 1385 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and/or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.
IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION


Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 1100 W. 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and/or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.
V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

TERM OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start on or around December 1, 2026, and are expected to be completed by April 30, 2027. Total estimated hours per candidate shall not exceed 1,385 hours for FY27.

 

Initial Purchase Order Term:

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

 

Renewal Option(s):

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.

 

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.

 

B) The primary work location will be 1100 W. 49th Street, Austin, Texas 78756.

 

Position will be 4 days remote with 1 day required to be onsite at the location listed above. **Subject to change per the hiring team as needed. **

 

Program will only allow candidates who are LOCAL TO THE AUSTIN AREA ONLY (Within 50-mile radius).

Please do not submit candidates who are currently out of state and are planning to move to Texas. Candidates must already reside in Texas.

 

C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and/or living expenses shall be at the worker's and/or Vendor's expense.

 

D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to 100 percent of the time.

 

E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.

 

Interviews will be conducted:

By Phone

In person

Through Microsoft Teams

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

 

A vendor's submission of a candidate may be disqualified if:

 

• The vendor fails to add the candidate to competitive solicitation, or RFR, in the DIR ITSAC Portal.
• Another vendor submits the same candidate for the same competitive solicitation, also known as a request of resume (RFR).
• The vendor submits more than one candidate for the same competitive solicitation, or RFR.
• The vendor submits a candidate after the response period for a competitive solicitation, or RFR.
• The vendor fails to format the email subject line properly, when submitting a candidate for a competitive solicitation, or RFR:
  • Proper Formatting: Solicitation Number, Vendor Name, Candidate First and Last Name, Position Type and Level
  • Example: 529123456, Sanders Technologies, Jane Doe, Project Lead 3
• The vendor fails to follow any other instructions noted in the competitive solicitation, or RFR.