Senior Software Developer (Frontend): Sponsorship Available

East of England Community Health and Care NHS Trust (Cambridge)

Job summary

Working as part of the Software Development team the post holder will be a specialist of web application front end development, with experience of developing and implementing technical software solutions to meet business requirements and support the organisation in the achievement of its strategic objectives. The software development team develop bespoke applications to support EEC where no ‘off the shelf’ solutions exist.

The post holder will ensure that projects produce the required deliverables within the defined quality, time and cost constraints and facilitate full realisation of benefits defined in the associated business cases which they may help develop. This will be achieved by adherence to relevant software development methodology and best practice within the profession.

The post holder will establish productive working relationships with colleagues within the organisation at all levels to facilitate the successful delivery of software solutions. The Senior Software Developer (Frontend) will be proficient with modern software development methodologies. They will also be proficient with version control.

In addition to software development the post holder is also expected to provide support for changes and development for the suite of applications delivered by the development team as and when appropriate.

Please note; Interviews will be Face-2-Face.

Main duties of the job

“(Should we receive a high number of applications we reserve the right to close this vacancy at any point after 09/10/2026)”

Expertise and a proven track record in frontend application architecture and programming.

Create cross-browser compatibility, visually appealing and responsive web pages adhering to NHS design guidelines.

Deep understanding of web technologies such as HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript.

Excellent knowledge of responsive web design principles and web accessibility standards, including WCAG 2.2.

Ability to debug, troubleshoot and fix front-end web issues.

Proven experience of frontend JavaScript frameworks such as React, Vue JS or Angular.

Proven experience using Visual Studio to write software code and produce elegant, robust and maintainable software applications.

Proven ability to understand and write C#, ASP.NET and Razor.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Training

Essential

  • Degree or equivalent level qualification in a numerate/analytical discipline or equivalent industry experience
  • Proven knowledge of high-level programming and version control techniques.

Desirable

  • Working knowledge of the Umbraco CMS

Experience

Essential

  • At least 5 years proven experience of frontend software development in a healthcare or commercial setting.
  • Expertise and a proven track record in frontend application architecture and programming.
  • Proven experience creating cross-browser compatible, visually appealing, responsive web pages adhering to design guidelines and WCAG standards.
  • Proven experience of frontend JavaScript frameworks such as React, Vue JS or Angular.
  • Proven experience using current C# ASP.NET and Razor.

Desirable

  • Experience in an NHS software development role

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

  • C# ASP.NET versions 8 and above, Razor pages, HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, JSON
  • Visual Studio IDE
  • Debugging and troubleshooting skills to fix front-end web issues
  • Source control management (Git)

Desirable

  • MVC, React, TypeScript, Bootstrap
  • Azure DevOps (CI/CD), Azure Web App services
  • Progress Telerik Development Tools
  • Technical knowledge of MS SQL relational databases, database design and the Structured Query Language.

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 (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: 20 October 2026

To apply for this job please visit apps.trac.jobs.