Developer - Interoperability - ITS3

Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs

$70K — $116K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of IT experience in computer science or related fields
  • Experience with application interfaces, APIs, and integration workflows
  • Proficient in JSON, XML, data mapping, and validation
  • SQL database experience relevant to data integration
  • Strong skills in troubleshooting, testing, and technical documentation
  • Clear communication skills for effective collaboration
  • Customer-focused with problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain integration solutions for data exchange
  • Collaborate with technical leads and partners to deploy vendor tools
  • Implement and support technical interfaces according to coding standards
  • Ensure operational processes are followed for integration
  • Design and configure integrations between systems
  • Conduct testing and troubleshooting of integration workflows
  • Document technical specifications and processes

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and 12 holidays annually
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision plans including fertility and diabetes care
  • Parental leave for newborn adoption
  • Pension plan after three years of service
  • Employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
  • Tax-free expense accounts for healthcare
  • Tuition reimbursement and career development support
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and work-life challenges
Full Job Description
Job Details

Working Title: Developer - Interoperability
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
  • Job ID: 97126
  • Location: St. Paul #LI-Hybrid
  • Telework Eligible: Yes
  • Full/Part Time: Full-Time
  • Regular/Temporary: Limited
  • Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
  • Date Posted: 09/19/2026
  • Closing Date: 09/28/2026
  • Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota IT Services
  • Division/Unit: Department of Health (MDH)
  • Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
  • Days of Work: Monday - Friday
  • Travel Required: No
  • Salary Range: $33.96 - $55.83 / hourly; $70,908 - $116,573 / annually
  • Job Class Option: Data Systems
  • Classified Status: Unclassified
  • Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
  • End Date: 12 Month appointment
  • FLSA Status: Exempt - Administrative
  • Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : No

Job Summary

This position supports MNIT's interoperability efforts at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) by developing,configuring, and maintaining integration solutions that enable efficient data exchange across systems. The incumbent isresponsible for implementing and supporting technical interfaces in alignment with established coding standards andoperational processes. Working collaboratively with MNIT technical leads and MDH partners, this role also contributes tothe deployment and ongoing support of vendor integration tools and technologies

This position is temporary and includes full state fringe benefits; it is anticipated to last one (1) year.

This position requires an employee to work onsite at 625 Robert St. N, Minnesota at least 50% [or more or less if space limitations remain] of the time, with limited telework available. Telework eligibility depends on residence:

  • Candidates living in Minnesota or within 50 miles of the worksite in a bordering state (Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin) may telework up to 50%.
  • Minnesota residents living more than 50 miles from the worksite may be eligible to telework more than 50%.
  • Candidates living 50 miles or more from the worksite in a bordering state may work onsite 100% or may be telework eligible if relocating within 50 miles.


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here :

Position requires a minimum of three (3) years of IT related experience in computer science, information technology, software engineering, information systems, or a closely related field.

Experience must include:

  • Experience developing or maintaining application interfaces, APIs, integration workflows, or data transformation processes.
  • Experience working with JSON, XML, data mapping, transformation, and validation.
  • Experience with SQL and databases as they relate to data integration and transformation.
  • Experience with source control, automated testing, troubleshooting, and technical documentation
  • Ability to design, develop, configure, test, troubleshoot, and maintain integrations between applications and systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
  • Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.

Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with AWS or Azure services
  • Experience with Rhapsody software
  • Experience with Healthcare Interoperability standards HL7 and FHIR
  • Experience with programming or scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript, Groovy, Java, or comparable technologies.
  • Knowledge of authentication, authorization, application security, and secure data exchange practices.

Additional Requirements

It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
  • SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
  • Criminal History Check
  • Reference Check
  • Social Security and Address Verification
  • Education Verification
  • Other legally required checks


Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Veterans

To be considered for any Veteran's Status , you MUST indicate this on your application.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV) : Effective July 1, 2009, legislation provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. You must:
  1. Meet all Minimum Qualifications identified in this posting.
  2. Meet all of the RSV criteria.
  3. Submit a copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date to: [email protected]


Current State Employees
  • Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these differences. For assistance, please direct questions to your current or anticipated Human Resources office.


Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include:
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays each year
  • Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
    • Fertility care, including IVF
    • Diabetes care
    • Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
  • 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
  • Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
  • Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
  • Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
  • Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being

Support to help you reach your career goals:
  • Training, classes, and professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov )

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
  • A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
  • Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
  • Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care


Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

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