Senior Digital Developer - ODM

NHS BLOOD AND TRANSPLANT; England; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Blood and Transplant is seeking a Senior Digital Developer to design, develop, and deploy world-class digital services, applications, and database solutions in line with our corporate plan. You will produce documentation, explore new technologies, and help modernise legacy systems across on-premises and Azure cloud environments.

You will collaborate with the OTDT Product Centre and Business Intelligence teams, drive DevOps practices, and support procurement and integration with third-party

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain high-quality documentation for NHSBT and in-house applications.
• Research emerging technologies, products, and tools, highlighting opportunities and advantages to the Head of OTDT PC and wider team.
• Maintain and improve existing applications by gathering requirements, identifying enhancements, and facilitating workshops.
• Support the Head of OTDT PC in developing NHSBTs digital and development strategy, aligned with organisational goals and values.

Job description

As a Senior Digital Developer, you will develop and deploy world-class Digital services, application software and database services according to NHSBT corporate business plan using the most appropriate tools and technologies from those approved by the Head of OTDT Product Centre. Your responsibilities will include:

• Produce and maintain high-quality documentation for all NHSBT and in-house applications.
• Research emerging technologies, products, and tools, highlighting opportunities and advantages to the Head of OTDT PC and wider team.
• Maintain and improve existing applications by gathering requirements, identifying enhancements, and facilitating workshops.
• Support the Head of OTDT PC in developing NHSBTs digital and development strategy, aligned with organisational goals and values.
• Promote analytical and technical skill development through training and guidance for OTDT PC and NHSBT staff.
• Advise on and support procurement, implementation, and management of third-party systems, working with suppliers to ensure effective integration with NHSBT systems.
• Collaborate with the Business Intelligence and Data Management Department to deliver software, 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

This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, contributing to systems that support organ and tissue donation and transplantation across the UK. Youll help modernise legacy systems, manage servers both on-premises and in Azure cloud and contribute to DevOps practices. Were looking for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, values teamwork and is passionate about building impactful technology.

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.