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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Sr. Software Engineer, EC2 Nitro Instance Networking

Company: Amazon.com Services LLC

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Aug 20, 2025

You'll architect high-performance packet processing systems handling millions of operations per second, design advanced analytics platforms that transform…

ACCOUNTANT

Company: OFFICE OF LABOR RELATIONS

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Aug 20, 2025

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

Management Analyst

Company: City of Avondale

Location: Avondale, AZ

Posted Aug 20, 2025

Directs multi-line telephone calls and greets guests. Welcomes clients and guests into the city’s Visitor and Conference Center and provides front-line customer…

Assistant Data Analyst, Bureau of Early Intervention

Company: DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE

Location: Queens, NY

Posted Aug 20, 2025

A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science…

Field Supervisor: DFW

Company: Window World of Baton Rouge

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Posted Aug 20, 2025

Delegate projects and individual responsibilities to crew members and contractors. Act as a manager to employees and contractors, while also providing…

OR RN First Assistant

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Aug 20, 2025

Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more. You will collaborate closely with both physicians and…

Worldwide Specialist Solutions Architect - DocumentDB, Database GTM

Company: Amazon Web Services, Inc.

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Aug 20, 2025

5+ years design and implementation experience with NoSQL technologies such as DocumentDB, DynamoDB, MongoDB, Cassandra, including NoSQL data modeling.

Plumbing Field Operations Manager

Company: Four Quarters Home Services

Location: Broomall, PA

Posted Aug 20, 2025

Provide technical oversight and support to field crews on service calls and construction projects. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Bookkeeper/accountant/admin assistant

Company: A&L Valve and Fitting

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Aug 20, 2025

Other duties will include answering the phone, preparing submittal and close-out documents, and some light filing. Bank and credit card reconciliations.

Marketing Data Scientist, Ring

Company: Amazon.com Services LLC

Location: Hawthorne, CA

Posted Aug 20, 2025

You should have superb analytical, technical, business and communication skills to be able to work with marketing, business and technology leaders to define and…

PRN Security Officer

Company: Mental Health Resource Center

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Aug 20, 2025

Operates switchboard for incoming calls between 5:00pm and 8:00pm for the facility Monday through Friday and all day on Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.

Senior Solutions Architect, Alexa Connect Kit, Smart Home BDSA

Company: Amazon.com Services LLC

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Aug 20, 2025

You will own key technical relationships with senior technical leaders/CxO in those organizations and be a hands-on architect and adviser throughout the…

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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