Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
3+ years of experience in systems integration, interface development, or a related field.
Experience with cloud-based integration platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and SaaS integrations.
Job Overview:
The Interface Specialist is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining interfaces between different software systems or applications. This includes ensuring that systems can exchange data accurately, efficiently, and securely. The role often involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, developers, and system administrators, to ensure successful integration.
Key Responsibilities:
System Integration:
Design, develop, and implement interfaces between different business applications, databases, or platforms.
Work with cloud based vended systems, and on-premise data sources such as databases, API engines and webservices.
Ensure smooth data flow between different systems and ensure that all interface points are functioning as expected.
Troubleshooting and Support:
Troubleshoot issues related to system integrations and interfaces, identifying the root cause and providing solutions.
Provide technical support for interface-related issues, working with other teams to resolve any disruptions in service.
Interface Development and Configuration:
Develop new interface modules, ensuring compliance with relevant standards and protocols.
Configure interface software to meet business requirements, ensuring that the system is scalable, maintainable, and secure.
Testing and Quality Assurance:
Conduct testing of interfaces to ensure data accuracy, system stability, and optimal performance.
Document test cases, results, and any issues found during testing.
Work with Quality Assurance (QA) teams to ensure interface functionality is as expected before going live.
Documentation:
Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for all interfaces, including specifications, data mappings, and troubleshooting guides.
Document all changes to the interface configurations and systems for audit and compliance purposes.
Collaboration and Communication:
Work closely with business analysts, developers, and other stakeholders to understand business requirements and design appropriate interface solutions.
Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical teams to ensure clear understanding of interface processes and issues.
Compliance and Security:
Ensure interfaces comply with security and privacy regulations, such as data encryption and protection policies.
Monitor and address any security vulnerabilities within the interface environment.
Continuous Improvement:
Evaluate existing interfaces for performance optimization opportunities and recommend improvements.
Stay up-to-date with new technologies and integration best practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
Technical Skills:
Proficiency in MS SQL
Proficiency in Cloud technologies preferably Azure Cloud.
Experience with integration tools and technologies (e.g., middleware, API integration, ETL processes).
Familiarity with protocols such as REST, SOAP, JSON, XML, and FTP.
Understanding of data formats and standards, such as EDI, XML, CSV, or JSON.
Analytical Skills:
Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to analyze complex integration scenarios and devise effective solutions.
Communication Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Attention to Detail:
Careful attention to detail when working with data and systems to avoid errors.
Work Environment:
Ventura based on- premises 5 days a week
Security:
Being able to pass through background check for criminal justice system data access.