Software Engineer 3

IT STAFFING SERVICES SOLICITATION UNDER

DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION RESOURCES

IT STAFF AUGMENTATION CONTRACT (ITSAC)

Solicitation Reference Number : 529601510 Working Title : Software Engineer 3 Title / Level : Software Engineer 3 Category : Applications / Software Development Full Time

I. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Software Engineer 3 , hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Software Engineer 3, Applications / Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission .

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

Develops software solutions by studying information needs, conferring with users, and studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes. Investigates problem areas. Prepares and installs solutions by determining and designing system specifications, standards, and programming.

Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Software Engineer 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Software Engineer 3, Applications / Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire " and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).

We are seeking an AI Engineer to drive innovation in our SDLC processes using artificial intelligence and automation. This role is ideal for an engineer passionate about automation and applying AI / ML techniques to improve reliability, observability, and operational workflows. The focus of this role is not to support external AI / ML product teams, but to internally develop AI-driven solutions that optimize SDLC processes, reduce toil, and increase automation maturity across the organization.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design and implement AI / ML models that improve SDLC processes in domains, such as :

o Developer experience and productivity

o Intelligent test management using data analytics and predictive techniques

o Predictive infrastructure failure detection

o gentic AI, MCP implementation, and RAG techniques

o Intelligent alerting and noise reduction

o utomated incident classification and root-cause analysis

o CI / CD optimization based on historical trends

o Using GenAI for IaC

o ny other innovative use-cases.

Required Skills & Qualifications :

Preferred Skills :

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 1609 Centre Creek Dr., Austin, Texas 78754. The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework. Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and / or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and / or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

II. CANDIDATE SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements :

Candidates that do not meet or exceed the minimum stated requirements (skills / experience) will be displayed to customers but may not be chosen for this opportunity. Years Required / Preferred Experience 8 Required Proven ability to administer GitHub Enterprise Cloud 8 Required Proven ability to analyze and resolve complex issues 8 Required Supporting and training end users on all levels. 8 Required Hands-on experience with Continuous Integration Delivery models 3 Preferred Hands-on experience with large development projects using Agile methodology

III. TERMS OF SERVICE

Services are expected to start 01 / 05 / 2026 and are expected to complete by 08 / 31 / 2026 . Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2000 hours. This service may be amended, renewed, and / or extended providing both parties agree to do so in writing.

IV. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION

Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission . Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM , excluding State holidays when the agency is closed.

The primary work location(s) will be at 1609 Centre Creek Dr., Suite 200 Austin, TX 78754 . The working position is Hybrid - On Site and Telework . Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and / or living expenses shall be at the Candidate's and / or Vendor's expense. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will provide pre-approved, written authorization for travel for any services to be performed away from the primary work location(s). Pre-approved travel expenses are limited to the rates and comply with the rules prescribed by the State of Texas for travel by its classified employees, including any requirement for original receipts.

The Candidate(s) may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through Texas Health and Human Services Commission .

V. OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

TERM OF SERVICE (Required)

Services are expected to start on or around January 5, 2026 and are expected to completed by August 31, 2026. Total estimated hours per Candidate shall not exceed 2000 hours for FY26.

Initial Purchase Order Term :

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

Renewal Option(s) :

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.

WORK HOURS AND LOCATION (Required)

A) Services shall be provided during normal business hours unless otherwise coordinated through the Agency. Normal business hours are Monday through Friday from 8 : 00 a.m. through 5 : 00 p.m., excluding Texas state holidays when the agency is closed.

B) The primary work location will be 1609 Centre Creek Dr., Suite 200, Austin, TX 78754.

Position will be 3 days remote with 2 days (Tuesdays and Fridays) required to be onsite at the location listed above.

Program will only accept LOCAL ONLY candidates for this position.

C) Any and all travel, per diem, parking, and / or living expenses shall be at the worker's and / or Vendor's expense.

D) The worker may be required to work remotely at HHSC discretion, up to 100 percent of the time.

E) The worker may be required to work outside the normal business hours on weekends, evenings and holidays, as requested. Payment for work over 40 hours will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be coordinated and pre-approved through the Agency.

OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Interviews will be conducted : (check all that apply)

☐ By Phone

☒ In person

☒ Through Microsoft Teams

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

A vendor's submission of a candidate may be disqualified if :

Proper Formatting : Solicitation Number, Vendor Name, Candidate First and Last Name, Position Type and Level

Initial Purchase Order Term :

Any Purchase Order resulting from this Request for Resumes is effective on the date of issuance and expires on the last day of the State fiscal year in which the Purchase Order was issued, unless sooner stated in the Purchase Order or unless sooner terminated, renewed, or extended as provided in the Purchase Order.

Renewal Option(s) :

HHSC, at its sole discretion, may renew the Purchase Order for up to three, one-year optional renewals. Such renewal(s), if exercised, shall be subject to all the requirements and terms and conditions of the Purchase Order.