Developer (Analytical Dev Analyst, Senior Software Dev)
Within Data and Analytics our vision is to be the leading data services provider for health and social care across England through creating innovative and high-quality data products and services that give our customers the knowledge and capabilities required to deliver the best outcomes for citizens.
Main duties of the job
This advert has attached Assignment Briefs/ information relating to roles currently vacant. However, please be aware that this recruitment may also be used to fill other positions that become vacant after the time of advert, for which Assignment Briefs or team information are not available. This will be limited to roles where the competencies to be assessed and requirements for the role are appropriately similar.
About us
The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:
* Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities.
* Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential.
* Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care.
* Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation.
Job responsibilities
The Data Platform Engineering team is responsible for managing the application of the Engineering Quality Framework to the platforms and technology services delivered by Data Platforms, whilst also contributing to the ongoing development of the framework.
Members of the team are assigned into multi-disciplinary delivery teams working across Platforms and within transformational programmes. Data Platforms provides the operational run & sustain of all existing platforms, including UDAL, DPS, CDP, SUS+, SDE, and other legacy platforms.
You can find further details about the role in the attached Job Description and you can view the Assignment Brief by clicking on 'Additional Information'.
About you
These are the shortlisting criteria which will be used for this vacancy. Please use the 'supporting statement' section in your application to demonstrate how you meet them:
* Experience of leading a workstream within a software development team, or similar levels of individual responsibility, leading on complex technical problems and collaborating with external suppliers.
* Working understanding of software development and ability to identify potential issues within the code that is being worked on with scope of wider system design.
* Ability to adopt and adapt appropriate methods, tools and techniques to ensure they are applied effectively for successful deliveries.
* Experience of engineering a simple system or comparable system components.
* Understanding of software architecture, design and development with exposure to a selection of platforms, languages, methodologies, patterns and implementations.
Why you should apply:
We value the different experiences our people bring to their work. We're working to create an environment where everyone can make a full contribution no matter their background, identity, or circumstances. Which means, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities.
Next steps
Prepare your application, we want to know about you and why you feel you are suitable for this role. Think about what skills, knowledge and experience you can bring to this position and include in your personal statement.
Applicants who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted by email. You will be kept informed of the format of your assessment along with details of what to expect and timings.
If you require a reasonable adjustment or support with your application, please don't hesitate to reach out and contact resourcing.team@nhs.net.
Person Specification
Skills & Experience
* Experience of engineering a simple system or comparable system components.
* Ability to adopt and adapt appropriate methods, tools and techniques to ensure they are applied effectively for successful deliveries.
Knowledge
* Working understanding of software development and ability to identify potential issues within the code that is being worked on with scope of wider system design.
* Understanding of software architecture, design and development with exposure to a selection of platforms, languages, methodologies, patterns and implementations.
Leadership
* Experience of leading a workstream within a software development team, or similar levels of individual responsibility, leading on complex technical problems and collaborating with external suppliers.
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.
£46,148 to £52,809 a year (exclusive of London weighting).
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