Principal Developer

As a Principal Developer, you will provide expert leadership to Developers, setting development standards, managing risks, overseeing best practices, leading the Developer Community of Practice, and supporting ongoing professional growth. This is an ideal role for someone who is highly technical and hands-on, skilled across multiple software development disciplines. You should demonstrate deep expertise in specific technical areas, coding languages, frameworks, and non-functional requirements such as security and accessibility. Experience leading continuous delivery and fostering a culture of improvement is essential. You will work on impactful projects that benefit the public, NHS colleagues, and internal teams at NHSBSA. Collaborating closely with stakeholders, you will develop a clear understanding of both customer and organisational needs and communicate complex technical ideas in a simple, accessible way.

What do we offer?

• 27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidays
• Flexible working (we are happy to discuss options such as compressed hours)
• Hybrid working model (we are currently working largely remotely)
• Active wellbeing and inclusion networks
• NHS Car lease scheme
• Access to a wide range of benefits and high street discounts!

Main duties of the job

• Take an active leadership role in your profession, keeping up to date with the latest technologies, standards and best practice.
• Provide in-depth expertise in technical specialisms with experience in key areas including:

• Architectural tiers such as Frontend or Backend
• Non-functional requirements such as quality, security or accessibility
• Platforms such as AWS or Microsoft Azure

• Define, document and socialise improvements to software development standards, design patterns, methods and tools.
• Identify and manage programme level risks relating to software development.
• Review solution designs to ensure consistency, selection of appropriate technology and efficient use of resources.

About us

Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters. We manage the NHS Pension scheme, process prescription payments and much more. Our services are used by NHS organisations, contractors and the public: we’re proud to be part of something meaningful, that touches millions of lives. We design our services around customer needs and place people at the heart of our organisation. That’s why when you join us, you’ll be empowered and supported to help your career grow. As one of the UK’s Best Big Companies to work for, we’re connected to our values: Collaborative, Adventurous, Reliable and Energetic. We care about our people, our purpose, and your progress. We strive to offer a fantastic colleague experience, where every colleague is heard, supported and respected. Wellbeing, diversity and inclusion is at the centre of this, and you can join our Lived Experience Networks who help us bring our authentic selves to work. We’re committed to being a flexible employer and we try to offer a working pattern that suits you where possible, through hybrid working, flexible hours and more. Alongside a competitive salary with pay progression, we offer a people-centric benefits package, connecting you to the rewards and benefits you value most!

Ready to join us in delivering business service excellence to the NHS, helping people live longer, healthier lives? Apply today and see where the NHSBSA can take you. We are people connected to care.