Lead software engineering efforts for WSLH information systems, spanning application development, security, testing, and ongoing support.

Research and implement new development tools and infrastructure (5%)
Research and develop approaches to automate and improve development and release processes (5%)
Create data structures and performance strategies for systems (10%)
Train and provide technical guidance to lower level staff (5%)
Review systems requirements, design, and business processes to keep alignment with IT and business strategies (10%)
Support WSLH Labs to identify solutions for testing, reporting, research, and other needs (5%)
May supervise unit staff and help resolve routine personnel issues (5%)
Provide expert technical direction for complex design and system integration problems (10%)
Lead application development, integration upgrades, and maintenance projects (10%)
Perform system analysis, interpret requirements, and produce detailed system design specifications for integrations and upgrades (10%)
Consult with clients on project status, proposals, and technical issues (5%)
Ensure applications and systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threats (5%)
Design and build well-integrated applications that meet current and future business needs (10%)
Determine testing methodologies and manage comprehensive test plan development and implementation (5%)

Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing applications using Java and IDEs such as Eclipse or equivalent tools
Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with Oracle and SQL Server databases, including advanced SQL skills and database design
Experience with DevOps practices, including implementation and use of CI/CD pipelines, automated builds, deployments, and testing
Experience with web application development, including secure development practices and prevention or mitigation of common cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities
Experience with software quality assurance and testing, including developing test plans, test cases, and automated or manual test scripts
Demonstrated technical leadership through mentoring, architecture and code reviews, stakeholder influence, and delivery of customer-focused business outcomes

Working knowledge of Linux operating systems
Working knowledge of Git-based source control collaboration tools, including GitHub and/or GitLab
Working knowledge of Maven and artifact repository management tools such as Nexus
Working knowledge of HL7 healthcare data exchange standards and interfaces
Working knowledge of batch processing and batch job design
Working knowledge of PHP, JavaScript, or other scripting or programming languages
Familiarity with front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks (React)
Approximately 8+ years in software engineering, application development, or enterprise solution delivery, including 7+ years with Java, Spring Boot, or comparable backend technologies

Minimum salary: $100,000/year
Pay determined based on experience and qualifications using salary administration guidelines
Actual pay set at hire

Location: Madison, WI (hybrid)
Initial training: 100% on-site
Hybrid remote work options may be granted at manager discretion after successful training completion
Reports under the general direction of the Director of Dev/Ops

WSLH does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or during employment for this position
Successful hire requires verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States and completion of Form I-9
Selected applicant must pass a criminal background check prior to an offer of employment

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Submit by the posted deadline: Oct 3 2026 - 11:00pm CDT (apply by “apply by” date shown at the top of the posting)

Department: Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene – Administration – Office of Information System
Job Category: Academic Staff
Employment Type: Regular
Full time
JR10015148
Closing at: Oct 3 2026 - 11:00pm CDT

Software Engineer/Developer IV

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