Lead Software Developer inLocation to be confirmed at interview inLocation to be confirmed at interview PUBLISHED 7 DEC 2023
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You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Join NHS Wales and Make an Impact with WIS
Are you a skilled and passionate software developer with a thirst for solving complex technical challenges? Do you possess the leadership qualities needed to mentor a dynamic team while developing cutting-edge software that genuinely makes a difference? If so,
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW)
is looking for you to join our team as a
Lead Software Developer
, where you'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of health and vaccination technology for Wales.
You'll lead the development of the
Welsh Immunisation System (WIS)
, driving the evolution of a system critical to public health in Wales. As we scale WIS, your expertise will be essential in meeting the ambitious goals of the
National Immunisation Framework
, and developing connections and integrations with strategic health services like the
Shared Medicines Record
and
National Data Repository
. We're looking for someone who can
lead the modernisation of our tech stack
and is familiar with technologies and languages including
C#, Blazor, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes
, and
Terraform
. We value collaboration and continuous improvement, and you'll thrive in a supportive environment that promotes professional development. If you're ready to drive transformational change in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you!
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
This isn't just another job. It's an opportunity to be part of a team that is genuinely making a difference in the lives of millions of people across Wales. From helping to streamline the ongoing booster campaigns for COVID-19 to supporting the deployment of life-saving RSV vaccines, your work will save lives and reduce pressure on frontline services.In this role, you'll lead the development of key software components, ensuring they meet user needs and deliver early value. You'll be responsible for designing, coding, and testing solutions that align with industry standards such as
SOLID principles, Test-Driven Development (TDD)
, and
CI/CD pipelines
. You'll take ownership of complex technical problems, providing expert guidance to your team. Collaboration is at the heart of this role--you'll work closely with
users, stakeholders, and senior staff
to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the real-world needs of NHS Wales. In addition to software development, you'll promote modern working practices, including
coding in the open
and ensuring transparency in all aspects of the project. Your leadership will also extend to mentoring junior developers, helping them build their skills and thrive in their roles. You'll drive continual improvement, expanding our
automated testing, code reviews
, and
DevOps practices
to enhance our delivery.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Join NHS Wales and Make an Impact with WIS
Are you a skilled and passionate software developer with a thirst for solving complex technical challenges? Do you possess the leadership qualities needed to mentor a dynamic team while developing cutting-edge software that genuinely makes a difference? If so,
Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW)
is looking for you to join our team as a
Lead Software Developer
, where you'll be at the forefront of shaping the future of health and vaccination technology for Wales.
You'll lead the development of the
Welsh Immunisation System (WIS)
, driving the evolution of a system critical to public health in Wales. As we scale WIS, your expertise will be essential in meeting the ambitious goals of the
National Immunisation Framework
, and developing connections and integrations with strategic health services like the
Shared Medicines Record
and
National Data Repository
. We're looking for someone who can
lead the modernisation of our tech stack
and is familiar with technologies and languages including
C#, Blazor, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes
, and
Terraform
. We value collaboration and continuous improvement, and you'll thrive in a supportive environment that promotes professional development. If you're ready to drive transformational change in healthcare, we'd love to hear from you!
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
This isn't just another job. It's an opportunity to be part of a team that is genuinely making a difference in the lives of millions of people across Wales. From helping to streamline the ongoing booster campaigns for COVID-19 to supporting the deployment of life-saving RSV vaccines, your work will save lives and reduce pressure on frontline services.In this role, you'll lead the development of key software components, ensuring they meet user needs and deliver early value. You'll be responsible for designing, coding, and testing solutions that align with industry standards such as
SOLID principles, Test-Driven Development (TDD)
, and
CI/CD pipelines
. You'll take ownership of complex technical problems, providing expert guidance to your team. Collaboration is at the heart of this role--you'll work closely with
users, stakeholders, and senior staff
to deliver high-quality solutions that meet the real-world needs of NHS Wales. In addition to software development, you'll promote modern working practices, including
coding in the open
and ensuring transparency in all aspects of the project. Your leadership will also extend to mentoring junior developers, helping them build their skills and thrive in their roles. You'll drive continual improvement, expanding our
automated testing, code reviews
, and
DevOps practices
to enhance our delivery.
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