As part of a major systems-renewal initiative, this role offers the opportunity to work on modernising critical healthcare systems. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, building, and maintaining scalable backend systems and robust APIs that support enterprise and client-facing applications. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot Design, build, and optimise SQL queries, stored procedures, and database structures Develop and maintain RESTful APIs for internal and external integrations Collaborate with frontend and mobile teams to deliver complete end-to-end solutions Write secure, reusable, and well-documented code aligned with development standards Participate in code reviews and continuous improvement initiatives Maintain applications and provide technical support when required Provide accurate work estimates and ensure timely feature delivery Create and maintain software design and architecture documentation Required Skills & Experience Strong experience with Java (version 8 or higher) and Spring Boot Experience building RESTful and/or SOAP services Solid understanding of microservices architecture Experience with Test Driven Development (TDD) Strong experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases Knowledge of application security best practices Solid understanding of Agile/Scrum development methodologies Advantageous Experience Familiarity with Angular or other frontend frameworks Experience with MongoDB Experience with InterSystems IRIS / Cache ObjectScript Exposure to healthcare integration protocols (HL7, DICOM, FHIR, XML) Experience using Git, Jenkins, Docker, Flyway, and Jira Experience with Keycloak authentication and integration Candidate Profile 5+ years post-qualification experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field 10+ years relevant experience if no formal degree is held Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Innovative mindset with a passion for modern development practices and technologies Proven ability to deliver high-quality solutions independently Strong interpersonal and communication skills What’s on Offer Competitive salary with performance-based incentives A collaborative and innovative working environment Opportunity to work on modernising critical healthcare systems A culture where technical ideas and innovation are encouraged #J-18808-Ljbffr