Key Responsibilities: Lead technical solutions and anticipate complex system challenges within your domain Develop and maintain Python applications and ensure operational stability of services Design and implement system architecture and data integration strategies Collaborate with cross-functional teams on data modeling, transformation, and analytics pipelines Utilize AWS or Azure cloud services to build and maintain scalable data solutions Implement and manage cloud-native data warehouse solutions such as Snowflake, PostgreSQL, or Amazon Athena Required Qualifications: 3+ years as a Data Engineer or similar role, providing leadership in technical domains 3+ years hands-on experience in system design, Python development, and operational support 3+ years experience with architecture principles, Python, and Java 2+ years working with cloud data services, data modeling, and domain-driven design 2+ years experience using AWS or Azure platforms for data engineering 3+ years experience with SQL, data warehousing, and cloud-native relational databases (e.g., Snowflake, Athena, PostgreSQL) Preferred Qualifications: AWS or Azure certification (e.g., Certified Cloud Practitioner or Developer Associate) Prior experience working on Medicaid or healthcare-related projects ***Lumen and / or its clients will not provide equipment (Laptop, monitor, etc.) to the selected contractor. Position Title: System Software Programmer Consultant Contract Type: W2 or C2C Contract Duration: 12 Months (Extension Possible) Location: Columbia, SC (Hybrid 3 days onsite, 2 days remote) Onboarding Requirement: Must be onsite full-time for the first month of training Residency Requirement: Candidate must be a current South Carolina resident or willing to relocate at their own expense before the start date Submission Deadline: July 24 at 5:00 PM EST Interview Process: 1 Round Virtual Position Overview: The State of South Carolina is seeking a System Software Programmer Consultant to join its MMIS modernization efforts.