Are you a budding software developer looking to kickstart your career in a supportive and innovative environment? Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), we are seeking a Junior Software Developer to join our Digital, Data and Technology team. We are passionate about our people and their progress, and this role offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills under the guidance of experienced developers., As a Junior Software Developer, your main responsibilities will include:

• Building user-centred, web-based systems aligned to NHS and Government service standards.
• Coding high-quality software with a test-driven approach.
• Managing source code with our version control system.
• Designing, coding, testing, and documenting simple programs or scripts under the direction of others.
• Assisting in fixing faults following agreed procedures and carrying out agreed infrastructure maintenance tasks.
• Understanding information security and the types of security controls that can be used to mitigate security threats within solutions and services.
• Assisting as part of a team on the design of components of larger systems.
• Being aware of how to integrate systems and the challenges of designing, building and testing interfaces between systems.
• Actively participating and contributing to the assurance of code quality.
• Providing 3rd line support to identify and fix production issues.Sharing knowledge of tools and techniques with the development community and the wider team.
• Planning your own work to achieve agreed objectives, prioritising multiple and sometimes conflicting deliverables
Please review the attached job description and person specification for a full list of responsibilities for the role.

Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters.


• 27 days leave (increasing with length of service) plus 8 bank holidaysFlexible working (we are happy to discuss options such as compressed hours)
• Flexi time
• Hybrid working model (we are currently working largely remotely)
• Career development
• Active wellbeing and inclusion networks
• Excellent pension (23.7% employer contribution)
• NHS Car lease scheme
• Access to a wide range of benefits and high street discounts!, 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.