Senior System Developer

Job summary

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) is a world leader in delivering a safe and sufficient supply of blood, as well as tissues and solid organs. Each year our donors give around two million donations of blood and 3,500 organs saving and transforming countless lives. Were constantly seeking new ways to increase productivity and efficiency, and that means rethinking the way we use IT to deliver a better experience for donors, hospital customers, partners and staff. NHS Blood and Transplant has an exciting opportunity for Senior Systems Developer to join our in-house development team working in a friendly and progressive environment based in Bristol Stoke Gifford. The successful Developer will be responsible for the analysis, design and development of new and existing applications, good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently. The candidate must have a passion for innovation and a can-do attitude to creating new software systems.

Main duties of the job

Producing high quality documentation for all NHSBT applications and any other applications developed in-house, and ensure they are kept up to date. Maintaining the existing application, including collecting change requirements, identifying opportunities for improvement and running workshops. Ensuring that disaster recovery procedures are appropriate and liaise with operations staff to ensure they are regularly checked and tested. Providing software development and database support and advice to the Systems Development and Integration Team. Work closely with the DDTS Directorate, providing them with software and database solutions and technical support

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers. Its an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme. We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever