Job summary Digital change within the NHS is gathering pace, and a key pillar in delivering change at Dorset County Hospital is the Data Engineering team, supported by the wider Digital Development and Engineering function. Due to the team's ongoing success and increasing workload, we are looking for a new senior developer to learn and apply their technical skills and help shape the team's future. The team works closely with its partners and colleagues in the wider Dorset Integrated Care System. You will have the chance to interact with other development teams in the area, work on joint development initiatives, and participate in knowledge sharing workshops and activities. In joining the team, you will have the chance to learn new skills and technologies, to innovate, to get involved in projects large and small, and be encouraged and supported in doing so. In such an environment the opportunities are endless, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to make a real impact to the outcomes of our patients. Main duties of the job The development teams work closely with analysts, operational teams, and stakeholders. They use their in-depth domain knowledge to develop effective solutions that support the organisation and its partners, and ultimately make a difference to patients. The technologies used by the Data Engineering team are diverse, and the post holder should be prepared to use the right tool for the job. The type of skills relevant to the role are (but not limited to) SQL, ETL, SQL Server inc. SSIS, DevOps, Git, C#, Power BI, Automated Testing, Kanban/Scrum, Azure. About us The Digital Development and Engineering function currently consists of two teams covering a broad spectrum of work including data engineering, business intelligence, clinical e-forms, bespoke application development, systems integration, technical support and BAU. Date posted 25 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Per Annum Contract Fixed term Duration 11 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working Reference number 405-25-AC107DEV Job locations South Walks House South Walks Dorchester DT1 1UZ Job description Job responsibilities Design, develop and test solutions using a range of technologies and platforms, but primarily SQL Server Implement data solutions that handle concerns such as ETL, data quality, duplication, different formats and data structures, performance, and scalability Effectively use sound development practices such as version control, unit testing, Dev Ops, etc Write, review, and maintain detailed system documentation Lead on deployment and maintenance of solutions developed by the team Lead on administration and configuration of infrastructure which host solutions developed by the team Participate in agile events such as planning workshops, product backlog refinement and sprint reviews Participate in refining the teams standards, practices, and methodology Exhibit good agile behaviours and have a positive impact on the team Job description Job responsibilities Design, develop and test solutions using a range of technologies and platforms, but primarily SQL Server Implement data solutions that handle concerns such as ETL, data quality, duplication, different formats and data structures, performance, and scalability Effectively use sound development practices such as version control, unit testing, Dev Ops, etc Write, review, and maintain detailed system documentation Lead on deployment and maintenance of solutions developed by the team Lead on administration and configuration of infrastructure which host solutions developed by the team Participate in agile events such as planning workshops, product backlog refinement and sprint reviews Participate in refining the teams standards, practices, and methodology Exhibit good agile behaviours and have a positive impact on the team Person Specification Education & Qualification Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience Professional qualification in relevant area Relevant industry recognised training Experience Essential 5 years' professional experience in developing software solutions Significant experience of a range software development languages Significant experience of a range of data storage platforms and technologies Significant experience of software development tools and practices (version control, planning tools, IDEs, CI/CD, etc) Significant experience of a range of testing and validation approaches Significant experience in software architectures and modelling complex domains Significant experience of a range of software development methodologies (Scrum, agile, waterfall, etc) Significant experience of Business Intelligence platforms and architectures Significant experience of cloud technologies Significant experience of integrating systems Significant experience of developing solutions within healthcare Previous experience at Senior Developer level Mentoring/line management of Junior Developers Skills & Abilities Essential In depth knowledge of software development theory and patterns In depth knowledge of software architectures In depth knowledge of development tools and techniques In depth knowledge of development methodologies Ability to interpret user requirements and seek clarification where required Ability to validate own work through a range of QA techniques Ability to write clear and concise documentation Logical approach to problem solving Ability to prioritise a demanding workload and work to tight and changing deadlines Excellent organisational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work without direct supervision Ability to present solutions to audiences of mixed technical ability Ability to provide leadership Ability to inspire and motivate others Person Specification Education & Qualification Essential Educated to degree level or equivalent relevant experience Professional qualification in relevant area Relevant industry recognised training Experience Essential 5 years' professional experience in developing software solutions Significant experience of a range software development languages Significant experience of a range of data storage platforms and technologies Significant experience of software development tools and practices (version control, planning tools, IDEs, CI/CD, etc) Significant experience of a range of testing and validation approaches Significant experience in software architectures and modelling complex domains Significant experience of a range of software development methodologies (Scrum, agile, waterfall, etc) Significant experience of Business Intelligence platforms and architectures Significant experience of cloud technologies Significant experience of integrating systems Significant experience of developing solutions within healthcare Previous experience at Senior Developer level Mentoring/line management of Junior Developers Skills & Abilities Essential In depth knowledge of software development theory and patterns In depth knowledge of software architectures In depth knowledge of development tools and techniques In depth knowledge of development methodologies Ability to interpret user requirements and seek clarification where required Ability to validate own work through a range of QA techniques Ability to write clear and concise documentation Logical approach to problem solving Ability to prioritise a demanding workload and work to tight and changing deadlines Excellent organisational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to work without direct supervision Ability to present solutions to audiences of mixed technical ability Ability to provide leadership Ability to inspire and motivate others Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address South Walks House South Walks Dorchester DT1 1UZ Employer's website https://www.dchft.nhs.uk/working-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)