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IT Applications Developer - EDI/translator

Lincoln, NE · On-site +1

$30.01/hr

JR2026-00028569 IT Applications Developer - EDI/translator (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted ... Examples of Work * Assist senior developers * Responsible for all phases of software development ...

Teledyne

Senior Electrical Engineer

Lincoln, NE

$93K - $121K/yr

Senior engineers serve as a technical leader at the project level, driving the development of designs from the translation of customer needs through to the final production handoff. This role ...

Teledyne FLIR LLC

Senior Electrical Engineer

Lincoln, NE · On-site

$93K - $121K/yr

Senior engineers serve as a technical leader at the project level, driving the development of designs from the translation of customer needs through to the final production handoff. This role ...

Teledyne

Senior Electrical Engineer

Omaha, NE

$102K - $133K/yr

Senior engineers serve as a technical leader at the project level, driving the development of designs from the translation of customer needs through to the final production handoff. This role ...

HDR

Senior Correctional Health Planner

Omaha, NE · On-site

Senior Correctional Health Planner At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a ... translation of complex clinical and operational requirements into cohesive, high-quality ...

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As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior translator in Nebraska is $54,538.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $54,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Senior Translator, you need advanced proficiency in at least two languages, deep cultural understanding, and a relevant degree or certification in translation or linguistics. Familiarity with computer-assisted translation (CAT) tools, terminology management systems, and quality assurance software is typically required. Outstanding attention to detail, adaptability, and strong communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These competencies ensure accurate, contextually appropriate translations and efficient workflow management in diverse professional settings.

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Infographic showing various Senior Translator job openings in Nebraska as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 72% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,538 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

IT Applications Developer - EDI/translator

Son

Lincoln, NE • On-site, Remote

$30.01/hr

Full-time

Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25


Location:

Lincoln, NE


Hiring Rate:

$30.008


Job Posting:

JR2026-00028569 IT Applications Developer - EDI/translator (Open)


Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

08-19-2026


Job Description:

**The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services does not sponsor or transfer non-immigrant work visas for this position or accept STEM OPT (form i-983) at any time. **
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is searching for an IT Application Developer that is located on the Medicaid Management Information System (MMIS) Translator development team. The translator development team enhances and maintains with Edifecs XEngine Translator applications. The Edifecs XEngine applications are server based middleware that interface with a custom trading partner enrollment and authentication system, as well as validate and translate X12 HIPAA EDI transactions between trading partners and the MMIS system. This position will perform application development, database administration, configuration management, and application and production support.
This is a full-time/permanent role in Lincoln, NE. Not eligible to be a contracted or remote position.


Examples of Work

  • Assist senior developers
  • Responsible for all phases of software development, configuration, integration, connectivity and testing activities related to the application in a large-scale IT environment including server applications.
  • Work closely with business analysts, other technical analysts, managers, and business sponsors.

Tools used are but not limited to: MS SQL Server, DB2, ODBC, UDB, XEngine, XEServer, EAM, TM, TPM, Tableau, and MQ.

Software development activities include: requirements gathering, analysis, functional and technical design, construction and testing, implementation, and production support.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Experience, education, or training in coding computer applications.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience working on small to medium sized projects. Associates degree or equivalent experience. Experience coding and support of computer applications.

Preference will be given to those candidates possessing one or more of the following: (1) Experience with Edifecs XEngine applications (2) Knowledge of the X12 HIPAA transaction set (3) Experience working with servers, including installation and upgrades

Other: Position is located on-site at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln.



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