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Associate Software Engineer/Developer

Health Research, Inc
vision insurance, paid time off
United States, New York, Albany
Oct 09, 2025
Applications to be submitted by October 16, 2025 Compensation Grade: P23 Compensation Details: Minimum: $86,019.00 - Maximum: $86,019.00 Annually Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions). Department (OPH) WADS Information Technology Group Job Description: Responsibilities Innovative, multidisciplinary research. Complex diagnostics and novel detection methods. High-tech instrumentation and state-of-the-art laboratory services. All are components of the scientific community that is the Wadsworth Center of the New York State Department of Health. Health Research, Inc. is seeking an Associate Software Engineer/Developer. The incumbent will perform computer application and systems development. This position will be part of a dynamic team serving the information technology needs of Wadsworth Center including software development to support wastewater dataflows and laboratory accessioning, processing, resulting and reporting. Specific duties will include: performing application development tasks including researching and documenting technical designs, programming solutions, and customer technical support; supporting dataflows for customers and partners, developing unit tests and testing processes autonomously to ensure conformity of the application with business requirements and implement change management; participating in the release management process, including the testing, promoting and releasing of applications through the development environments; and participating in code critique sessions and documentation of technical designs. Other related duties as assigned. Wadsworth Center serves a vital role in the New York State Department of Health's efforts to protect and promote the health of New York's citizens. Come be a part of Science in the Pursuit of Health ! Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology and three years of computer programming, database design/development, or systems analysis experience; OR an Associate's degree in a related field and five years of such experience; OR seven years of such experience. A Master's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science or Information Technology may substitute for one year of experience. Preferred Qualifications At least two years of experience working with Rhapsody and HL7 integration. At least two years of experience with Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS). At least two years of experience using Python for automation and data processing/visualization. At least two years of experience in application development using Spring and/or enterprise Java technologies, such as Enterprise Java Beans (EJB), Contexts and Dependency Injection (CDI) and REST web services. At least three years of experience programming with SQL and interfacing with Oracle or Postgres databases. Experience with web application deployment with React or Angular frameworks and TypeScript. Experience with Kubernetes and container management solutions such as Docker or podman. Conditions of Employment Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required. Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Travel up to 10% of the time will be required. The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire. Telecommuting will be available. HRI participates in the E-Verify Program. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Qualified Individuals with Disabilities/Qualified Protected Veterans www.healthresearch.org About Health Research, Inc. Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRIplays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities. HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from; Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit; Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave; Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities; Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses; Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally; And so much more!