Lead Software Engineer

3 weeks ago

Aylesford, Kent, United Kingdom Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust Full time

Position Overview

Are you a skilled and dedicated Lead Software Engineer eager to take on a pivotal role in a forward-thinking organization?

Join our innovative team where you will be recognized as the expert in your field within our Trust. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will not only provide guidance on specialized needs but also execute the essential tasks to fulfill those needs. Be a key player in our Digital Directorate, offering comprehensive technical support and services for all software and systems. Your efforts will contribute to the design, integration, maintenance, and support of interfaces and systems, ensuring they comply with our established Service Level Agreements. Work closely with our Digital Development Team Leader to guarantee timely project completion and adherence to specifications.

Key Responsibilities

We are looking for a Lead Software Engineer with demonstrated proficiency in various development technologies and a minimum of five years' experience in your specialized area. Join our Development team and make a substantial impact as we aim to:

  • Provide outstanding technology assurance and maintain high levels of client satisfaction.
  • Maximize return on investment through technology-driven service transformation.
  • Design and implement digital solutions that meet industry and departmental standards, continuously enhancing efficiency.
  • Foster the development of team members' skills, enabling them to effectively leverage available technology.
  • Engage constructively with stakeholder groups at all levels.

As a Lead Software Engineer with us, you will:

  • Ensure seamless integration between internal and external platforms, facilitating smooth data exchange.
  • Develop robust C# DotNet Core Microservices & Restful APIs, granting access to critical data sets and systems.

About Our Organization

Join us in a region known for its exceptional professional development opportunities and a high quality of life.

We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), delivering mental health, learning disability, and specialized services to millions across the region.

The Trust, recognized for its overall quality of care, employs 3,283 staff across 66 facilities in 33 locations, covering an extensive area.

You will be part of a friendly and passionate team, rich in diversity, committed to providing outstanding care to our service users and their families.

The nature of our work fosters kindness and compassion, with every team member, from support staff to leadership, playing a crucial role in delivering exemplary service.

Responsibilities of the Role

As the Lead Software Engineer, you will report directly to the Digital Development Team Leader, acting as their trusted deputy within your area of expertise. Your knowledge will position you as the Trust's Subject Matter Expert (SME) for system development, interfaces, interoperability, package selection, and database management. Your responsibilities will encompass:

  • Providing expert insights and recommendations on hardware and software needs for Trust systems and interfaces.
  • Making informed decisions in complex scenarios, weighing various options.
  • Being accountable for the development and delivery of high-quality system integration solutions, meeting deadlines and ensuring thorough documentation.
  • Offering guidance to the team, ensuring the provision of high-quality technical support to clients.

Join us and make a lasting impact within our Trust as we embrace digital advancements and deliver exceptional services. Your expertise and commitment will shape the future of our organization while ensuring compliance with industry standards and our Trust's policies and procedures.

Required Skills and Experience

Essential Qualifications

  • Relevant Degree or equivalent experience

Required Experience

  • Proficiency with Dot Net Core / C#
  • Experience in Azure DevOps (TFS) with GIT
  • Familiarity with RESTful API design and OData
  • Experience with container technologies - Docker, Docker Compose, Kubernetes
  • Background in developing and supporting system interfaces in a complex IT support environment
  • Experience utilizing 'Test Driven' Development practices

Desirable Experience

  • Familiarity with WSL2 & VS Code remote containers development
  • Experience using AGILE methodology & SCRUM for software development.
  • Knowledge of Linux (Ubuntu) and Windows Operating Systems
  • Exposure to Health Integration Engines and their data protocol formats
  • Experience with xUnit and Moq for TDD
  • Familiarity with HTTP API debugging tools
  • Understanding of Microservice-based architecture
  • Experience with CI/CD Deployment, Ansible & Helm charts.
  • Knowledge of OAuth Authorization and JWT OpenId Connect Authentication
  • Understanding of API descriptor packages such as Swagger
  • Awareness of networking implications for container clusters

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