InterSystems Ensemble/IRIS Developer

BDR Solutions, LLC, (BDR) supports the U.S. Federal Government in successfully achieving its mission and goals. Our service and solution delivery starts with understanding each client's end-state, and then seamlessly integrating within each Agency's organization to improve and enhance business and technical operations and deployments.

BDR is seeking an InterSystems Ensemble / IRIS Developer to join our growing team! This position will be performed virtually from the individual's home office working on EST time schedule with very limited travel (10-20%) as needed.

This position requires US Citizenship with a Public Trust or the ability to obtain one.

Military Veterans are highly encouraged to apply)

Role Overview :

BDR is actively seeking a highly skilled InterSystems Ensemble / IRIS Developer for one of our projects with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).

The candidate should have extensive experience in InterSystems IRIS development, preferably in a healthcare context. This role involves detailed IRIS programming, SQL query construction, Object-Oriented Programming, documentation, and IRIS system administration, with a focus on supporting VA-specific software applications.

Responsibilities :

IRIS and SQL Development :

• Execute complex IRIS coding tasks.
• Develop and optimize SQL queries for data retrieval and manipulation.
• Apply Object-Oriented Programming principles in development processes.
• Validate and enhance data integration reports to support VA software functionalities.
• Ensure accurate load and integration of Caché / IRIS Objects, SQL Tables, and other data structures across various regions, adhering to VistA or Data Syndication data standards.

Documentation :

• Create and maintain detailed documentation for software applications developed for the VA.
• Develop procedural and technical manuals aimed at software developers, system administrators, and database architects.
• Produce technical documentation that illustrates the architecture and engineering of data centers in relation to the VA projects.

Data Analysis and Management :

• Conduct thorough analyses of error logs and trace files to identify and resolve system issues.
• Monitor and manage Queue Depth across different services, processes, and operations.
• Oversee the addition and modification of Domains in Ensemble Production, ensuring compliance with VA standards.
• Validate data flows within Ensemble, utilizing tools like VX130 ClassBuilder.
• Regularly update and maintain data mappings across various systems (Cerner to CDW, VistA, Millennium, Cloud Databases) for potential data migrations.
• Integrate and map data from multiple sources, focusing on accuracy and minimizing data loss.

Communication and Coordination :

• Liaise effectively with both development and user teams to identify and address project risks and requirements.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills with a variety of audiences, including technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Problem-Solving and Risk Management :

• Monitor and manage data transmission, focusing on message tracking, table count reconciliation, and message retry mechanisms.
• Integrate new hardware or software into existing environments with minimal disruption, focusing on risk mitigation.
• Handle high-volume environments effectively, showing a strong motivation to drive tasks to completion.

Required Minimum Qualifications :

• Previous public sector consulting experience, specifically with VA projects.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in InterSystems IRIS within healthcare settings.
• Proven experience with Electronic Health Record (EHR) implementation and familiarity with VA legacy health data systems.
• Expertise in ETL data processes and VistA data handling.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent field.
• Eligibility to work in the United States without sponsorship, U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a VA Public Trust.
• Prior successful experience in remote work settings.
• Requirement to provide code samples or GitHub profile link upon application.

In addition, U.S Citizenship is required. Select applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance.

Individuals may also be subject to a background investigation including, but not limited to criminal history, employment and education verification, drug testing, and creditworthiness.

BDR is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or genetic information.

About BDR Solutions :

BDR Solutions delivers IT expertise and solutions that improve American lives through the modernization of government systems for health benefits, social services, and disaster relief.

We are a service-disabled veteran-owned, 8(a), HUBZone small business recognized for reliable and sustainable outcomes scaled to our client’s mission needs.