Senior Systems Developer

Job summary

Youll be joining an organisation with ambitious plans to provide cutting edge digital services and to improve our technology services over the next 5 years. You will be able to put your skills in performance management and continuous improvement to use, ensuring that those plans are informed by robust data. Every day will be different some days you may be ploughing through data to identify performance trends; others may be spent chasing senior managers and staff for information and following up on agreed actions; some may involve ensuring strategic suppliers are keeping up with their obligations; and some will be spent driving the agenda and successful outcomes from high level meetings. Reporting directly to the Senior Systems Developer Team Leader, you will have peers in IBM BPMS/ODM, Oracle Database, APEX and Digital areas helping you gain exposure across all areas of Solutions Delivery.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will be required to develop and deploy world-class information systems, application software and database services according to NHSBT corporate business plan using the most appropriate tools and technologies. Your responsibilities will include: Producing high quality documentation for all NHSBT applications and any other applications developed in-house, and ensure they are kept up to date. Researching and reviewing new and emerging technologies, products, software and database tools, providing business opportunities and advantages to the organisation, Maintaining existing applications, 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. Promoting the development of analysis skills within the organisation by providing support and training for BTS and other NHSBT staff. Work closely with the Business Intelligence and Data Management Department, providing them with software and database solutions and technical support. You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice.

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