Interface Architect Technical Lead

Interface Architect Technical LeadLocation: Pierre, SD Duration: 2.5 YearsMinimum Qualifications:Knowledge of Medicaid & CHIP Eligibility System operations and dataAbility to identify and communicate technical issues, both verbally and written, to project managementAbility to develop recommendations and facilitate the resolution of interface issues with project, agency IT and vendor staffAbility to maintain effective working relationships with vendor and State technical staffUnderstanding of system interface architecture best practicesWorking knowledge of middleware tools and use in interface design and developmentTechno-Functional background with an understanding of Integration and APIsBachelor's degree plus five (5) years' experience in systems development with an emphasis on interface development.Responsibilities:Participate in requirements verification sessions and approve/accept all interface requirements specification deliverablesParticipate in the design of system interfaces and approve/accept all general and detailed interface design deliverablesCoordinate testing and approve/accept interface test plans and deliverablesFacilitates resolution of business issues among project and vendor technical staff pertaining to interface design, development, and implementationWorks with Vendor Interface Manager to develop and maintain detailed interface design, development, and implementation work planAs a member of the project's technical team, participate in reviews of other technical deliverables.