Junior Systems Developer

NHS Blood and Transplant

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Job summary

This role would suit a recent graduate with C# .Net programming experience, as we will provide full training in the technologies, as well as ongoing professional development. The successful Developer will be responsible for the analysis, design and development of new and existing applications, and support of existing ones. Youll have good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and creatively when resolving problems. The candidate must have a passion for innovation and a can-do attitude to creating new software systems. The role will require development of bespoke systems and solutions using the .NET technologies available including web-based applications to support the Trust and its partner organisations. It will have a strong emphasis on integration between systems to support the ever increasing need to combine data from different Clinical and Staff based systems through a reduced number of interfaces.

Main duties of the job

Designing, developing and maintaining our software systems and databases, covering all stages of the software development lifecycle. Assisting colleagues in the preparation of requirements and technical specifications, and to produce and maintain documentation to accepted professional standards. Performing research and development in the latest tools, technologies and platforms to support NHSBT. Facilitating the integration of new solutions with our existing systems. Keeping up to date with the latest industry trends and best practices to support the Team Leader and other Systems Developers.

About us

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, youll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need. Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do. By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever. You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Date posted

06 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

004827

Job locations

NHSBT

61 -65 New Street

Birmingham

West Midlands

B2 4DU


500 North Bristol Park

Northway, Filton

Bristol

BS34 7QH


NHSBT

Unit D, Capitol Way, Dodworth

Barnsley

S75 3FG


NHSBT

Plymouth Grove

Manchester

M13 9LL


NHSBT

75 Cranmer Terrace, Tooting

London

SW17 0RB


NHSBT

Charcot Road, Colindale

London

NW9 5BG


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Please also view the benefits information sheet which details the benefits of working for NHSBT and the hours of work, salary, leave entitlement etc. for this role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please view the attached recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

Please also view the benefits information sheet which details the benefits of working for NHSBT and the hours of work, salary, leave entitlement etc. for this role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in computer science or related discipline
  • Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of OOD
  • Key technical skills for the role:
  • .NET and C#
  • Azure Fundamentals o Webservices SOAP
  • Webservices - REST
  • HTML, CSS
  • JavaScript o High level of verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in writing and documentation skills. o Awareness of Software Development Lifecycle.
  • Awareness of working with Agile tools and methods
  • Knowledge of IT legislation, including General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), Computer Misuse Act and Freedom of Information
  • Experience of working with Information Technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Degree in computer science or related discipline
  • Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of OOD
  • Key technical skills for the role:
  • .NET and C#
  • Azure Fundamentals o Webservices SOAP
  • Webservices - REST
  • HTML, CSS
  • JavaScript o High level of verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in writing and documentation skills. o Awareness of Software Development Lifecycle.
  • Awareness of working with Agile tools and methods
  • Knowledge of IT legislation, including General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), Computer Misuse Act and Freedom of Information
  • Experience of working with Information Technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)

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

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

61 -65 New Street

Birmingham

West Midlands

B2 4DU


Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

NHS Blood and Transplant

Address

NHSBT

61 -65 New Street

Birmingham

West Midlands

B2 4DU


Employer's website

https://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Head of Systems Development and Integration

Gauravendra Bagga

gauravendra.bagga@nhsbt.nhs.uk

Date posted

06 September 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£29,970 to £36,483 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

004827

Job locations

NHSBT

61 -65 New Street

Birmingham

West Midlands

B2 4DU


500 North Bristol Park

Northway, Filton

Bristol

BS34 7QH


NHSBT

Unit D, Capitol Way, Dodworth

Barnsley

S75 3FG


NHSBT

Plymouth Grove

Manchester

M13 9LL


NHSBT

75 Cranmer Terrace, Tooting

London

SW17 0RB


NHSBT

Charcot Road, Colindale

London

NW9 5BG


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