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Remote survey programmer jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first research firms, distributed data teams, and market research agencies that have moved to fully distributed models. Active employers right now include Ensono, IQVIA, and The Cigna. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Senior Business Systems Analyst / Programmer – Rhapsody Integration Engine, .NET & Public Health Data Systems
Job Title: Business Systems Analyst / Programmer
Location: Idaho – Fully Remote
Work Arrangement: Remote
Employment Type: Temporary / Contract
Duration: November 30, 2026 – November 30, 2027
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Business Systems Analyst / Programmer to support, maintain, and modernize existing applications and data integration infrastructure.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with the Rhapsody Integration Engine, Integrated Disease Surveillance Systems (IDSS), SQL development, and .NET technologies. This position will focus on maintaining public health data exchange workflows, troubleshooting existing applications, supporting system integrations, and contributing to the modernization of legacy systems.
The resource will work with internal teams and external partners to maintain reliable data exchange processes, improve system performance, and support public health surveillance infrastructure.
This role requires a combination of technical development, systems analysis, requirements gathering, troubleshooting, and process improvement experience.
Required Skills / Experience
Minimum 3 years of experience with Rhapsody Integration Engine, including interface development, message transformation, and troubleshooting.
Minimum 3 years of SQL development and troubleshooting experience.
Minimum 3 years of requirements analysis, including interpreting user needs and translating them into functional specifications.
Minimum 3 years of critical thinking and complex problem-solving experience.
Minimum 2 years of process optimization experience, identifying inefficiencies and recommending improvements to workflows or systems.
Proficiency in C# and .NET Framework.
Experience supporting .NET applications and Windows-based infrastructure.
Experience with Windows OS troubleshooting and technical support.
Experience developing and maintaining PowerShell scripts for automation and maintenance.
Ability to support public health data exchange systems and workflows.
Ability to participate in technical planning, architectural discussions, and system modernization initiatives.
Preferred Skills / Experience
2 years of experience with eCR (Electronic Case Reporting).
2 years of experience with ELR (Electronic Laboratory Reporting).
2 years of experience with Azure DevOps.
2 years of experience with HL7 or FHIR standards.
1 year of experience with IIS configuration and management.
1 year of experience with Windows Server administration.
Knowledge of NBS/NEDSS systems and workflows.
Experience with Oracle PL/SQL.
Familiarity with TFS (Team Foundation Server).
Experience with SMTP and SFTP protocols.
Understanding of public health messaging vocabularies and clinical coding systems, including LOINC, SNOMED, and ICD-10-CM.
Job Responsibilities
Application Development and Infrastructure Support
Support and troubleshoot existing .NET applications and Windows-based infrastructure.
Develop, maintain, and troubleshoot scripts and tools using PowerShell and SQL.
Support Windows Server environments and IIS-related configurations.
Assist with application maintenance, upgrades, and technical improvements.
Public Health Data Exchange and Integration
Manage and optimize data exchange processes between external organizations, internal public health teams, and the CDC.
Configure, monitor, and troubleshoot interfaces using the Rhapsody Integration Engine.
Maintain and enhance HL7 message routing, transformations, and mappings.
Support and troubleshoot the NEDSS Base System (NBS).
Implement system upgrades and new functionality/modules, including pages.
Maintain supporting systems such as NBS Utilities and the ELR data store.
Coordinate with external partners, including the CDC, hospitals, and laboratories.
Support public health data exchange workflows and ensure reliable data movement between connected systems.
Systems Modernization and Technical Analysis
Assist with planning and providing strategic direction for modernization initiatives involving legacy systems and data integration.
Evaluate and recommend modern technologies and tools to improve disease surveillance and data infrastructure.
Collaborate with internal teams to assess existing architecture and recommend improvements.
Participate in daily and weekly planning and architectural discussions.
Analyze user requirements and translate business needs into functional specifications.
Identify workflow inefficiencies and recommend process improvements.
Documentation and Project Support
Prepare technical documentation and provide knowledge transfer to internal staff.
Support ongoing system maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
Track all project time using 7pace Timetracker.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a technically strong Business Systems Analyst / Programmer with hands-on experience in Rhapsody Integration Engine and public health data integration environments.
They should understand how healthcare and public health organizations exchange information using integration engines and messaging standards. Experience with NBS/NEDSS, ELR, eCR, HL7, and FHIR will be particularly valuable.
The candidate should also have strong SQL and .NET development capabilities, experience troubleshooting Windows-based applications and infrastructure, and the ability to participate in technical modernization discussions.
A successful candidate will be analytical, proactive, comfortable working with internal and external stakeholders, and capable of maintaining critical data exchange systems while helping modernize legacy technology.
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Who's Hiring
- Ensono17

- IQVIA2

- The Cigna2

- Johnson Controls2

- Gainwell Technologies2

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Education
- Manufacturing
- Medical Devices
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote survey programmer jobs.
- Proficiency in at least one survey scripting platform such as Decipher, Confirmit, or Qualtrics
- Experience building branching logic, skip patterns, quota controls, and piping in survey instruments
- Familiarity with JavaScript or Python for custom scripting and data manipulation tasks
- Ability to read a questionnaire specification document and translate it into a programmed survey
- Attention to detail in testing and debugging surveys across devices and browsers before launch
- Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field such as statistics, computer science, or social research methods
Tips for Your Remote Survey Programmer Job Search
Build a portfolio of scripted survey samples
Remote hiring managers can't watch you work, so show finished surveys that demonstrate branching logic, quota control, and custom scripting. Even personal or volunteer projects built in Qualtrics, Decipher, or Confirmit prove you can execute independently from day one.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote survey programmer openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your platform experience and apply directly without sorting through unrelated listings.
Demonstrate async communication in your application
Remote survey programmer teams coordinate specifications, revisions, and QA entirely in writing. Use your cover letter to show you can translate ambiguous researcher instructions into precise technical questions, because that skill matters as much as scripting ability to distributed teams.
Highlight platform depth over platform breadth
Remote employers prefer candidates with deep proficiency in one or two platforms over a long list of surface-level exposure. Lead with the platform where you have scripted complex studies, handled custom styling, and debugged routing errors under a real project deadline.
Remote Survey Programmer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote survey programmer job?
Target companies that run distributed research operations, including market research firms, SaaS platforms with product feedback functions, and research technology vendors. Remote employers screen hard for self-direction, clear async written communication, and hands-on proficiency with tools like Decipher, Confirmit, or Qualtrics. A portfolio showing scripted surveys you built from scratch gives you a concrete edge over candidates who only list software names.
Which companies hire remote survey programmers?
Remote survey programmer roles are posted by Ensono, IQVIA, and The Cigna and others right now, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These include remote-first market research agencies, tech companies running continuous customer research, and data services firms with distributed programming teams.
Can you get a remote survey programmer job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level roles are harder to land because employers expect you to troubleshoot independently without in-person support. Build sample surveys in free tiers of Qualtrics or SurveyGizmo and document the logic you applied. Smaller research technology firms and startup research ops teams are more likely to hire junior remote programmers who can show self-taught scripting work.
Do you need a degree for remote survey programmer jobs?
Not always. Remote employers weigh demonstrated scripting proficiency, familiarity with survey platforms, and a portfolio of real work alongside or instead of a formal degree. Candidates with strong JavaScript or Python skills, verifiable project samples, and experience interpreting data specifications from researchers can compete effectively without a four-year credential.
Which industries hire the most remote survey programmers?
Remote survey programmer roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Education, and Manufacturing, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors rely on distributed research teams that need programmers who can execute complex survey logic and manage feedback data without being on-site.
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