Job Summary
This post is Fixed term/Secondment for 2 years to meet the needs of the service.
If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
The Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust is seeking to appoint a motivated and skilled Digital Applications Developer to join our developing in-house applications development function.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the design, development, implementation and support of internally developed software applications and system integrations that underpin clinical, operational and corporate services across the organisation. The post holder will play an important role in translating complex service requirements into secure, scalable and sustainable digital solutions that support high-quality service delivery and digital transformation.
Main duties of the job
Working closely with colleagues across the Digital directorate, as well as clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, the Digital Applications Developer will support the development of web applications, APIs, integrations and databases using agreed frameworks, standards and development practices. The role will also contribute to testing, documentation, application lifecycle management, incident resolution and continuous improvement, helping to ensure that internally developed solutions are safe, reliable, accessible and aligned with information governance and cyber security requirements.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and technically capable individual with experience of developing, implementing and supporting enterprise-level applications and/or system integrations. The successful candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience of working with modern development technologies, and the ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical colleagues. Experience of working with technologies such as .NET, C#, PHP, web frameworks, APIs, SQL Server or equivalent would be highly beneficial.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Knowledge
Essential
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems or related discipline or equivalent specialist knowledge acquired through relevant professional experience.
- Specialist knowledge of modern application development frameworks and technologies (e.g. .NET, C#, PHP, web frameworks, APIs, SQL Server or equivalent).
- Sound understanding of systems integration principles, including RESTful APIs, authentication mechanisms and data exchange standards.
- Knowledge of secure software development practices and cyber security principles.
- Understanding of information governance, data protection legislation and confidentiality requirements within healthcare or public sector environments.
- Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and version control systems (e.g. Git).
- Understanding of application lifecycle management, testing methodologies and structured documentation standards.
Desirable
- Postgraduate study or relevant professional certifications in software development or cloud technologies.
- Knowledge of NHS digital standards, interoperability frameworks or clinical system environments.
- Experience of working with integration engines (e.g. HL7, FHIR, messaging platforms).
- Knowledge of cloud-based platforms (e.g. Azure) and DevOps practices.
Experience
Essential
- Experience developing, implementing and supporting enterprise-level applications and/or system integrations.
- Experience analysing complex user requirements and translating them into technical specifications and working solutions.
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving multifaceted technical issues across interconnected systems.
- Experience working collaboratively with non-technical stakeholders to gather requirements and explain technical solutions.
- Experience of working within structured development environments using version control and peer review processes.
- Experience contributing to testing processes, including unit, integration and user acceptance testing.
Desirable
- Experience within the NHS or other complex public sector organisation.
- Experience developing applications supporting clinical or operational workflows.
- Experience contributing to digital service improvement or transformation initiatives.
- Experience mentoring junior developers or supporting apprentices/students.
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and identify practical solutions.
- Ability to exercise independent judgement within defined professional parameters.
- Ability to prioritise and manage competing demands across multiple workstreams.
- Ability to communicate complex technical information clearly to non-technical audiences.
- High level of attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Advanced keyboard skills, with the ability to work accurately and efficiently across multiple systems, development tools, databases, code repositories and technical documentation.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and maintaining up-to-date technical knowledge.
- Professional and proactive approach to identifying service improvements.
Desirable
- Ability to identify opportunities to improve efficiency through digital innovation.
- Awareness of accessibility standards and user-centred design principles.
- Interest in emerging technologies and modern software engineering practices.
- Experience providing technical supervision, code review, task coordination or practical support to junior developers, apprentices or students.
- Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.
Other
Essential
- Ability to meet the travel requirements of the role.
- Willingness to participate in on-call or out-of-hours support arrangements if required.
- Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion principles.
- Understanding of confidentiality and professional accountability within a healthcare environment.
- Satisfactory Enhanced DBS clearance including Adults and Children’s Barred List check, where appropriate to the duties of the role.
Desirable
- Membership of a relevant professional body.
- Evidence of contributing to knowledge sharing within a professional community.
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.
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 (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 09 July 2026
