259544 Software Systems Designer and Developer

NHS DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY; Dumfries; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

Employee benefits package

Job summary

NHS Dumfries & Galloway is seeking a Software Systems Designer & Developer to join our Applications & Development Team. This role will design, develop, implement and support software solutions and system integrations that underpin healthcare delivery across the region.

You will work on clinical and corporate systems, supporting patient-facing applications, integration platforms and reporting tools, collaborating with clinicians, managers and suppliers to deliver reliable, innovative digital

Qualifications

• Experience of software design, development and implementation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Database administration experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Experience working with system integrations, interfaces or healthcare systems would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement and support software solutions and system integrations.
• Oversee software development, system integration, and database administration.
• Collaborate with clinicians, managers, and suppliers to deliver digital solutions.
• Support ongoing digital transformation of NHS services.
• Work across a diverse portfolio of clinical and corporate systems.

Skills

Software design & development

Analytical & problem solving

Communication & stakeholder engagement

Project management

Healthcare systems knowledge

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server

InterSystems Ensemble / Health Connect

HL7 Messaging & Interoperability

Cache ObjectScript

.NET Development

Web Technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ASP.NET)

Windows and Linux Server Platforms

Database Design & Administration

Job description

Do you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and developing systems that make a real difference to patient care?

NHS Dumfries & Galloway is looking for a Software Systems Designer & Developer to join our Applications & Development Team. This role offers the opportunity to design, develop, implement and support software solutions and system integrations that underpin the delivery of healthcare services across the region.

You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of clinical and corporate systems, supporting everything from patient-facing applications and clinical systems to integration platforms and reporting solutions. The role involves software development, systems integration, database administration, project delivery, supplier engagement, and supporting the ongoing digital transformation of NHS services.

This Is An Excellent Opportunity For Someone Who Enjoys Variety And Wants To Work With a Wide Range Of Technologies Including:

• Microsoft SQL Server
• InterSystems Ensemble / Health Connect
• HL7 Messaging & Interoperability
• Cache ObjectScript
• .NET Development
• Web Technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ASP.NET)
• Windows and Linux Server Platforms
• Database Design and Administration

Working closely with clinicians, managers, system suppliers and national NHS teams, you will play a key role in delivering reliable and innovative digital solutions that support patient care and operational services across Dumfries & Galloway.

We Are Looking For Someone With:

• Experience of software design, development and implementation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Database administration experience
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
• Experience working with system integrations, interfaces or healthcare systems would be advantageous

Why Join NHS Dumfries & Galloway?

Our Development Team provides a critical service supporting a wide range of strategic clinical systems. You’ll work alongside experienced developers, application specialists and integration professionals in a collaborative environment where your work has a direct impact on healthcare delivery.

We Offer:

• Flexible and supportive working arrangements
• Access to a diverse technology estate
• Opportunities to develop specialist technical skills
• Involvement in local and national digital health initiatives
• NHS Pension Scheme and employee benefits package

If you are looking for a role where you can combine software development, systems design, integration and project delivery while contributing to the improvement of healthcare services, we would love to hear from you.

INFORMATION FOR ALL CANDIDATES

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EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL CANDIDATES

RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UNITED KINGDOM

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