Integration Developer
Description Founded in 2007, Initiate Government Solutions (IGS) is a Woman-Owned Small Business and a fully remote IT services provider supporting federal partners nationwide. We deliver innovative Enterprise IT and Health Services solutions with a strong focus on data analytics, health informatics, cloud migration, AI, and the modernization of federal information systems. Our vision is to be a health IT trendsetter, continuing to solve the nation’s most challenging healthcare IT issues by conceiving, designing, and building solid, creative, and innovative open-source solutions. Our mission is to innovate, design, and deliver tailored solutions that balance technical advancement with cost-awareness while providing exceptional service.
IGS is currently recruiting a remote Integration Developer to support our work with our customer. Assignment of Work and Travel: This is a remote access assignment. The Candidate will work remotely daily and will remotely access VA systems and therein use approved VA provided communications systems. Travel is not required; however, the candidate may be required to attend onsite client meetings as requested.
Responsibilities and Duties (Included but not limited to): Build backend services and APIs using Python (e.g., FastAPI, Django, Flask), Javascript, Azure, Typescript or using enterprise integration tools like MuleSoft , Apigee, Kong, Workato, BizTalk Design, build, and integrate RESTful APIs — connecting third-party and internal systems for reliable, consistent data exchange Implement API security (OAuth2, JWT, API keys), versioning, rate limiting, and robust error handling Design and implement asynchronous processing using message queues and event streaming Manage the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including developing, testing, and deploying integration processes across Test, UAT, and Production environments Monitor integration performance, proactive troubleshooting issues, and provide expert-level post-deployment support Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data flows and ensure adherence to integration best practices Take ownership of assigned projects, manage stakeholder expectations Other duties as assigned Requirements Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, information technology or a related field. 3+ years of hands-on experience with one or more modern programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript) for building backend services and APIs Strong understanding of integration patterns and architectural styles (e.g., point-to-point, hub-and-spoke, event-driven, pub/sub, ESB, iPaaS) Hands-on experience with API design and development, including RESTful services, SOAP, and/or GraphQL Working knowledge of API security standards and protocols (OAuth2, JWT, SAML, API keys) and best practices for versioning, throttling, and error handling Experience with at least one major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP), including cloud-native architecture and deployment practices Solid understanding of data mapping, transformation, and orchestration techniques across heterogeneous systems Experience managing the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including CI/CD pipelines, testing strategies, and deployment across multiple environments (Dev, Test, UAT, Production) US Citizenship required due to clearance requirement Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Preferred Qualifications and Core Competencies: Experience working with Pega development environment Active VA Public Trust Prior experience supporting federal agencies Prior, successful experience working in a remote environment Successful IGS employees embody the following Core Values: Integrity, Honesty, and Ethics: We conduct our business with the highest level of ethics.
Doing things like being accountable for mistakes, accepting helpful criticism, and following through on commitments to ourselves, each other, and our customers.&n