Jobs at Department of Health and Human Services

1,892,227 open positions

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is the federal agency that shapes U.S. public health policy, administers Medicare and Medicaid, and funds critical research through agencies like the NIH and CDC. In the tech arena, HHS drives large‑scale data initiatives—predictive modeling for disease outbreaks, cloud‑based health information exchanges, and AI‑driven patient analytics—making it a hub for software engineers, data scientists, and cybersecurity experts.

Current openings span software development, data engineering, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, and health informatics. Candidates can expect rigorous peer review, a focus on compliance with HIPAA and federal security standards, and opportunities to contribute to national health outcomes. Pay ranges for senior developers start around $110k, while data scientists earn between $95k and $130k depending on experience.

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Pharmacist Staff Clinical

Company: Redeemer Health

Location: Meadowbrook, PA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Redeemer Health is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination in employment due to race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, age,…

Staff OTA Systems Engineer

Company: Rivian and VW Group Technology

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Collaborate with stakeholders to intake system and user needs into user stories to drive the engineering development process for new features.

Transitional Kindergarten Teacher

Company: The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles (LA Catholics)

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

This position is for a teacher who can teach all core subjects in Catholic educational environment. The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based…

Plumbing Service Manager

Company: Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electrical

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

This is a uniformed position and the manager will be expected to spend 60% of their time in the field, and 40% in the office.

Staff Nurse

Company: University Health

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Current RN license from the Texas Board of Nursing. Comprehensive benefits package including pet insurance. RN Student Loan Repayment Program.

RN Emergency Room PRN Mids

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Awareness of legal requirements and standards of certification and accreditation bodies, including the specifics of the hospital and respective department/unit.

Environmental Service Worker Per Diem

Company: Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley

Location: Pleasanton, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Exposure to contaminated waste, isolation rooms and cleaning chemicals. Hospital experience as a housekeeper is desirable, although employer may train basic…

SR LANDSCAPE MAINT WORKER

Company: City of Boulder City, NV

Location: Boulder City, NV

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Working Conditions The worker is subject to adverse weather conditions, toxic agents, hazards associated with the operation of various motor driven and handheld…

RN Emergency Room PRN Mids

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Awareness of legal requirements and standards of certification and accreditation bodies, including the specifics of the hospital and respective department/unit.

Security Officer

Company: Redeemer Health

Location: Meadowbrook, PA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Must obtain a CPR certification within 3 months of hire. Must be able to communicate by means of telephone, cellular phone, and two-way radio equipment.

Plumbing Service Manager

Company: Abacus Plumbing, Air Conditioning and Electrical

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

This is a uniformed position and the manager will be expected to spend 60% of their time in the field, and 40% in the office.

Accountant I/II

Company: Santa Clara County Office of Education

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

The Accountant I/II performs professional accounting, budget analysis and reviews, and provides comprehensive fiscal knowledge, accounting/fiscal support, and…

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at the Department of Health and Human Services?
HHS offers a mission‑driven environment where tech professionals directly influence public health outcomes. Employees enjoy federal benefits such as comprehensive health coverage, generous retirement plans, and ample paid leave. The work culture emphasizes collaboration across agencies, continuous learning, and adherence to strict compliance standards, providing a stable yet dynamic career path.
What types of positions are available at HHS?
Open roles include software engineer, data scientist, data engineer, cybersecurity analyst, cloud architect, health informatics specialist, project manager, and systems analyst. Each position typically requires knowledge of federal regulations (HIPAA, FISMA), experience with large‑scale data platforms, and strong programming or analytical skills.
How can I stand out as an applicant for HHS tech roles?
Tailor your resume to highlight federal‑specific experience, such as working with HIPAA‑compliant data or managing projects under FISMA. Include certifications like CISSP, PMP, or AWS/Azure/Azure‑Health, and showcase contributions to open‑source health projects. Demonstrate measurable impact in previous roles—e.g., reduced data processing time by 30% or improved system security posture—and express a clear understanding of how your work will support HHS’s public‑health mission.

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