IES Eligibility Integration Engineer (State & Federal Systems)

Apply Description PCG Consulting International, a certified MBE partner to Deloitte, is seeking an experienced IES Integration Engineer to join our team!! We are seeking an experienced IES Integration Engineer to support Deloitte on a large-scale modernization of the Integrated Eligibility System (IES) for Cook County. This role requires deep experience with eligibility system integrations , state or county human services programs , and modern API/microservices engineering . The ideal candidate has hands-on experience integrating Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, or CHIP eligibility systems with federal and state data sources , and has built secure, scalable services in cloud-based environments . This is not a general healthcare IT role—prior Human Services / Eligibility domain experience is required. Key Responsibilities Eligibility System Integrations Design, build, and maintain integrations between state eligibility systems and external partners such as SSA, CMS, IRS, DHS, and FNS. Support data exchanges including SDX/SVES, MAGI, BEP, PARIS, FTI , and other federal hub transactions. Implement eligibility workflows such as intake, verification, identity proofing, redetermination, and enrollment . API & Microservices Engineering Develop RESTful APIs, microservices, and service-to-service integrations using .NET, Java, or similar frameworks. Design and maintain API gateways (AWS API Gateway, Azure APIM) and enforce versioning, mapping, and access controls. Implement resilient integration patterns (circuit breakers, retries, DLQs, idempotency). Event-Driven Architecture Build event-driven pipelines using Kafka, RabbitMQ, or Azure Service Bus. Support real-time eligibility verification and high-volume data processing. Cloud Engineering & DevSecOps Deploy, monitor, and secure services in AWS or Azure cloud environments. Use CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab) to automate builds, tests, and deployments. Ensure compliance with MARS-E, HIPAA, NIST, and IRS Pub 1075 security frameworks. Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with state HHS teams, policy analysts, business analysts, architects, and DevOps engineers. Translate eligibility rules and business requirements into technical specifications. Participate in architecture reviews, data mapping sessions, and testing cycles. This is Remote Contract position. Occasional travel may be required!!! Requirements Ideal Background & Qualifications Required Qualifications (Domain Experience – Non-Negotiable) Candidates must meet all of the following: 1. Integrated Eligibility System Experience Hands-on experience with Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, or CHIP eligibility systems. Experience with eligibility determination workflows (intake ? verification ? rules engine ? enrollment). 2. Federal Hub / State Exchange Integrations Direct experience with one or more of the following: SSA SVES / SDX CMS MAGI / Hub Services IRS data exchanges (FTI) FNS / SNAP verification services 3. IES Modernization or Large-Scale Public Sector Projects Prior work on state or county human services modernization projects. Familiarity with IES data models, notices, case management, or policy alignment. 4. Security & Compliance Experience working under MARS-E, NIST, HIPAA, or IRS Pub 1075. Required Technical Skills 7+ years in API development and microservices architecture Proficiency in .NET Core, Java, or similar modern frameworks Strong experience with REST, SOAP, JSON/XML, OpenAPI Cloud experience (AWS, Azure) Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) Messaging technologies (Kafka, RabbitMQ, Azure Service Bus) CI/CD using Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab Preferred Qualifications Experience with eligibility rules engines Experience with document management, imaging, or verification subsystems Familiarity with health and human services program policy Prior consulting experience with Deloitte, Accenture, or major SI firms Salary Description $60-$75 Per hour