Senior Systems Developer

ClarusVu Inc.; Ashton; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in Ashton is seeking a Senior Systems Developer to enhance its digital capabilities. The role involves designing, developing, and maintaining software systems while collaborating with technical teams. Strong proficiency in C# and SQL is required, with the opportunity for flexible working arrangements. This position demands expertise in software development within a healthcare context and offers a competitive salary between £55,690 to £62,682 per annum.

Benefits

Flexible working

27-33 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS Pension Scheme

Gym discount

Free eye tests and health checks

Free bicycle loan scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and experience of T-SQL.
• Experience in design, coding, testing, and documentation of complex software.
• Experience managing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, maintain, and enhance clinical and corporate software systems.
• Support system integration and contribute to the Trust's architecture.
• Translate user requirements into technical specifications.

Skills

T-SQL

.NET C# and ASP technology

Agile concepts

HL7 interfaces

JavaScript SPA frameworks

Education

Relevant Degree qualification or equivalent level of experience

Job description

Senior Systems Developer

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Information Department at Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust for a highly skilled and innovative Senior Systems Developer. The department is committed to advancing its digital and information capabilities to support effective decision‑making and the delivery of high‑quality patient care.

Job Summary

The Senior Systems Developer will play a pivotal role in supporting the Trust's system development, integration and application architecture. Reporting to the Head of Systems Development and Integration, and working closely with other developers within the System Development and Support (SDS) Team, the post holder will be responsible for designing, developing, maintaining and enhancing a range of clinical and corporate software systems. They will contribute to the delivery of reliable, secure and high‑value digital solutions aligned with the Trust's strategic priorities, ensuring systems meet the evolving needs of users across the organisation.

Main Duties

The Senior Systems Developer will:

• Design, develop, maintain and enhance clinical and corporate software systems in alignment with Trust priorities.
• Support system integration and contribute to the Trust's wider technical and application architecture.
• Deliver secure, high‑quality digital solutions using strong proficiency in C# and SQL.
• Translate user and business requirements into clear technical specifications.
• Collaborate with developers, technical teams and stakeholders to deliver reliable and maintainable software.
• Provide ongoing technical expertise to ensure optimal system performance, data integrity and security.
• Work within agile and lean development practices, managing multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Provide occasional day‑to‑day matrix management and guidance to permanent and contract staff involved in relevant development projects.

About Us

Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust serves a community of 250,000 people across Tameside & Glossop. We provide a range of services both within the hospital and across our community for both adults and children. Our vision is to improve health outcomes for our population and influence wider determinants of health through collaboration with our health & care partners.

Values & Behaviours

• Compassion
• Accountability
• Respect
• Excellence

We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.

We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are under‑represented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian & minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ & disabled people.

Benefits

• Flexible working
• 27‑33 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Sick pay
• NHS Pension Scheme
• Free eye tests and health checks
• Gym discount
• Free bicycle loan scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Support with stress, bereavement, relationships, finance
• and much more

Details

• Date posted: 27 November 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for change
• Band: Band 8a
• Salary: £55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 12 months
• Working pattern: Full‑time, home or remote working
• Reference number: 245‑ADM8AINFO‑11‑25
• Job locations:
  • 2nd Floor New Fountain House, Fountain Street, Ashton‑Under‑Lyne, OL6 9RW

Job Responsibilities

The job description gives an overview of the main tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification focuses on the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. These documents are attached on the page and can be downloaded.

Person Specification

• Knowledge – Essential
  • Advanced knowledge and experience of T‑SQL
  • Advanced knowledge and experience in developing web software using .NET C# and ASP technology stack
  • Advanced knowledge and experience of software development, technical support and technical assurance in a complex technical environment.
  • Knowledge and experience of Continuous Integration and Deployment (DevOps)
• Knowledge – Desirable
  • Knowledge and experience of developing HL7 interfaces for clinical systems.
  • Knowledge and experience working with Single Page Application (SPA) frameworks in JavaScript
• Qualifications – Essential
  • Relevant Degree qualification or equivalent level of experience
• Qualifications – Desirable
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
• Experience – Essential
  • Experience in design, code, test, correction and documentation of large and/or complex programs and program modifications from supplied and implicit specifications using agreed standards and tools, to achieve a well‑engineered result
  • Experience of applying the Key Agile concepts in day‑to‑day work.
  • Substantial knowledge of automated testing processes and an understanding of how this fits within the overall delivery lifecycle
• Experience – Desirable
  • Experience of managing junior members a team

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Employer Details

• Employer name: Tameside and Glossop Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: 2nd Floor New Fountain House, Fountain Street, Ashton-Under-Lyne, OL6 9RW
• Website: https://www.tamesidehospital.nhs.uk/