About NHS England In April 2023, NHS England, NHS Digital, and Health Education England merged to create a new, single organisation to lead the NHS in England. This new NHS England is designed to create a simpler, smaller, high performing, organisation that leads the NHS more effectively and is a better place to work. Speaking with one voice to the service. About this role: The Data Platform Engineering team isresponsible for managing the applicationof the Engineering Quality Framework tothe platforms and technology servicesdelivered by Data Platforms, whilst alsocontributing the ongoing development ofthe framework. Members of the team are assigned intomulti-disciplinary delivery teams workingacross Platformsand within transformationalprogrammes. 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. About us Our work matters. You matter. 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 areasonable adjustment or support with your application, please dont hesitate to reach out and contactresourcing.team@nhs.net.