Lead Software Developer

3 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom NHS Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Software Developer to join our team at Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW). As a key member of our software development team, you will be responsible for leading the development of the Welsh Immunisation System (WIS), driving the evolution of a system critical to public health in Wales.

As a Lead Software Developer, you will be responsible for mentoring junior developers, helping them build their skills and thrive in their roles. You will also promote modern working practices, including coding in the open and ensuring transparency in all aspects of the project.

You will 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 will drive continual improvement, expanding our automated testing, code reviews, and DevOps practices to enhance our delivery.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the development of the Welsh Immunisation System (WIS)
  • Mentor junior developers and help them build their skills
  • Promote modern working practices, including coding in the open and ensuring transparency
  • Work closely with users, stakeholders, and senior staff to deliver high-quality solutions
  • Drive continual improvement, expanding automated testing, code reviews, and DevOps practices
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Software Development or equivalent qualifications, knowledge, or experience
  • Foundation qualification in an agile development methodology or equivalent knowledge or experience
  • Registered with the British Computer Society
  • Registered Informatics Professional with FED-IP
  • Advanced qualification in an agile development methodology or equivalent knowledge or experience
Desirable Skills and Attributes
  • Highly skilled in application or web development using a suitable IDE and programming language
  • Ability and confidence to speak publicly to groups of people, demonstrating ideas, concepts, and working software
  • Excellent planning skills
  • Display high-quality written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to learn new technologies and IT systems quickly through both self-study and professional courses
  • Highly professional and flexible attitude to work
  • Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh
About Us

Digital Health and Care Wales (DHCW) is part of the NHS Wales family and has an important role in changing the way health and care services are delivered through technology and data. The organisation supports frontline staff with modern systems and access to important information about their patients, while empowering the people of Wales to manage their own health through digital NHS Wales services.

Working for DHCW offers lots of employee benefits, including flexible working, a competitive salary, 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays, and opportunities for career development.

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