OAG - Data & Information Services | Programmer IV | 26-0577

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OAG - Data & Information Services | Programmer IV | 26-0577

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Job Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State's law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

The Data Information Services Division (DIS) is seeking a highly motivated Programmer IV to develop and support advanced analytical systems and solutions that assist programs, attorneys, investigators, and analysts across the Office of the Attorney General. This position develops custom Python applications, data-processing solutions, and artificial intelligence-enabled tools that supports modeling of large data sets, including investigations in Medicaid fraud, financial crimes, consumer protection, environmental protection, and other complex agency initiatives.

Working as part of a multidisciplinary team of programmers, statisticians, geospatial specialists, database experts, and data analysts, this position initiates, leads and contributes technical expertise to projects that transform large and complex datasets into actionable intelligence. The successful candidate will develop programming code, software solutions, automate analytical workflows, leverage emerging AI technologies, and assist in creating tools that strengthen investigative and litigation outcomes as well as agency initiatives.

The work performed by this position directly supports attorneys and investigators responsible for protecting Texas consumers, combating healthcare fraud, investigating complex financial crimes, enforcing environmental laws, and pursuing other civil and criminal enforcement actions. This position programs solutions to accelerate investigations and agency initiatives, improve data-driven decision-making, and strengthen legal outcomes across the Office of the Attorney General.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

• Develops, maintains, and creates custom Python applications and analytical tools supporting agency initiatives including legal and investigative operations.
• Design and implement data-processing workflows capable of analyzing large-scale structured and unstructured datasets.
• Develop software solutions that support fraud detection, case research, investigative analysis, and litigation support activities.
• Assist in the development and integration of machine learning solutions, large language models (LLMs), artificial intelligence solutions, and other emerging technologies to improve investigative and analytical capabilities.
• Create data extraction, transformation, and automation processes to improve operational efficiency and analytical effectiveness.
• Collaborate with attorneys, investigators, data analysts, statisticians, geospatial specialists, and database professionals to define technical requirements and develop innovative solutions.
• Develop reusable code, libraries, and technical components that support multiple investigative and analytical initiatives.
• Serves as a technical expert in Medicaid database management. Consults with Analysts and legal staff on billing practices, methods and relevant fields including NPI codes, Procedure Codes, and Program Type Codes.
• Optimize data-processing solutions using modern Python frameworks and performance-oriented technologies, including GPU-accelerated processing where appropriate.
• Assist with troubleshooting, debugging, and enhancement of existing applications and analytical systems.
• Document software designs, technical processes, and application functionality.
• Stay informed regarding advancements in Python development, artificial intelligence, data science, and software engineering best practices.
• Performs related work as assigned
• Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
• Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; experience in the following: data science, business analytics, computer science, computer information systems, management information systems, accounting, finance, mathematics, statistics, economics (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis
• Experience: 3 years of full-time experience developing Python programming principles and software development methodologies
• Experience: 3 years of full-time experience working with Data structures, algorithms, and object-oriented programming concepts
• Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of programming and systems analysis; computer operations procedures and systems; and computer programming languages.
• Knowledge of AI models and tools.
• Knowledge of modern Python data-processing frameworks, including Polars and Pandas
• Skill in problem solving, in critical thinking.
• Skill in in computer programming, the use of hardware and software, and in modifying or developing software for applications.
• Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software and applications, in conducting data searches, in evaluating and translating large amounts of data.
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
• Skill in defining, developing, and implementing data and reporting standards.
• Ability to design, develop, and implement robust, well documented APIs that support scalable, secure, and maintainable system integration
• Ability to compile, review, and analyze data
• Ability to prepare reports
• Ability to maintain accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to process information logically; to design programs and systems logic
• Ability to prepare program specifications; to code, test, and debug software and to interpret technical information related to programming and other areas of data processing
• Ability to select data management tools and develop standards, usage guidelines, and procedures for those tools.
• Ability to identify and interpret data patterns and trends and assess data quality.
• Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
• Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working with Artificial intelligence and machine learning concepts, including Large Language Models.
• Experience working with modern Python data-processing frameworks, including Polars, Pandas, or similar technologies.
• Experience working in a programming or data analytics capacity for fraud detection, investigative, legal, healthcare, or financial environments.
• Experience working in programming or data analytics for state or federal government

TO APPLY

To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf

THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Salary:

$7500.00 - 8750.00 Monthly