Operating Systems Software Programmer II (NS)

About Us

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence.

Description Of Work

The Operating Systems Software Programmer II serves as a senior-level systems programmer responsible for providing advanced lead technical support in the development, installation, modification, and maintenance of specialized and complex computer systems software, communications software, various layered products, and third-party software. This role focuses on supporting and modernizing complex, large-scale applications spanning SAP Business Objects, Apache Tomcat, and Windows or Unix based platforms. The position operates with a high degree of technical independence and must quickly analyze new and existing systems to implement innovative, efficient, and compliant technical solutions.

Duties include systems development, systems administration, mentoring other developers in industry best practices, agile methodologies, and emerging technologies. This role participates in strategic planning, performance tuning, technical design reviews, system troubleshooting, and support for modernization efforts. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in SAP Business Objects, Apache Tomcat, and Apache httpd administration. In addition, candidates should have strong SQL skills across Oracle and SQL Server; Windows and Unix administrative abilities including Active Directory, firewall port configuration, and ODBC setup; scripting proficiency in PowerShell, VBS, and Unix shells; strong SAP Business Objects metadata knowledge; and demonstrated problem‑resolution skills.

Knowledge Skills And Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade Range: $87,617.00 - $131,426.00 Recruitment Range: $87,617.00 - $111,211.00

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.

The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience administering SAP Business Objects R4.0–R4.3 including 2+ years in a Lead Administrator role
• Proven experience in Universe design, database connections, reporting, and scheduling within SAP Business Objects.
• Experience with Apache Tomcat administration (standalone setup, configuration, and debugging)
• Experience with Apache httpd as Reverse Proxy
• Experience working with SAP MetaData outside of CMC using Java SDK, MetaMiner, SAP Tools , or BOE Admin Tool.

This Position Is Funded In Part Through Federal Funds

This Role Is Eligible To Be Hybrid And Requires Onsite Reporting Located Within Raleigh, NC

About The Office Of The Secretary

The Office of the Secretary serves as the executive leadership arm of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), guiding the Department’s mission to improve the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians. Through strategic oversight and collaborative leadership, the Secretary’s Office supports the effective coordination of over a dozen core divisions, ensuring that agency-wide priorities are aligned, resources are used responsibly, and services are delivered with equity and impact.

About The NC DHHS Information Technology Division

In collaboration with our partners, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) protects the health and safety of all North Carolinians and provides essential health and human services. The IT division (ITD) is one of the divisions that report to the Operational Excellence portfolio. The ITD division comprises four sections: Implementation and Operations, Strategy and Workforce, Enterprise Technology, and Vendor and Finance. ITD offers the following services but not limited to implementations, operations, project/portfolio management, infrastructure, consulting, business division liaison, digital transformation, IT strategy, enterprise technology, IT contract and vendor management, and data office services.

Compensation And Benefits

The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit website for State Benefits.

Minimum Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree in computer science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and four years of progressive experience in systems software programming

OR

Associate degree in computer science or an IT related field or a closely related field from an appropriately accredited institution and five years of progressive experience in systems software programming

OR

An equivalent combination of education and experience

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.