Junior Systems Developer

This vacancy is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship. Please do not apply unless you have another means of establishing a right to work. Job Summary This role would suit a recent graduate with C# .Net programming experience, as we will provide full training in the technologies, as well as ongoing professional development.

The successful Developer will be responsible for the analysis, design and development of new and existing applications, and support of existing ones. You’ll have good communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently and creatively when resolving problems. The candidate must have a passion for innovation and a can-do attitude to creating new software systems.

The role will require development of bespoke systems and solutions using the .NET technologies available including web-based applications to support the Trust and its partner organisations. It will have a strong emphasis on integration between systems to support the ever increasing need to combine data from different Clinical and Staff based systems through a reduced number of interfaces.

Main duties of the job

• Designing, developing and maintaining our software systems and databases, covering all stages of the software development lifecycle.
• Assisting colleagues in the preparation of requirements and technical specifications, and to produce and maintain documentation to accepted professional standards.
• Performing research and development in the latest tools, technologies and platforms to support NHSBT.
• Facilitating the integration of new solutions with our existing systems.
• Keeping up to date with the latest industry trends and best practices to support the Team Leader and other Systems Developers.

About You Qualifications and Training

• Degree in computer science or related discipline
• Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD)

Experience And Knowledge

• Experience of OOAD

Key Technical Skills For The Role

• .NET and C#
• Azure Fundamentals
• HTML, CSS
• JavaScript
• High level of verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in writing and documentation skills.
• Awareness of Software Development Lifecycle.
• Awareness of working with Agile tools and methods
• Knowledge of IT legislation, including General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR), Computer Misuse Act and Freedom of Information
• Experience of working with Information Technology using Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

About Us It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you’ll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.

Our three core values are what set us apart. They guide and inspire everything we do.

By being caring, expertly meeting the needs of our patients and our people, and accepting nothing less than the best quality, we can do extraordinary work – and help our people to do something extraordinary in their career, too. Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality. Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

You will join us on our journey to create an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with, and we positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

What We Offer

• Hybrid working arrangements – because NHSBT works nationally, we’re able to offer hybrid working options that give you more flexibility to balance work with life. You will be based at your closest main NHSBT centre (e.g Tooting, Bristol, Manchester, Barnsley, Liverpool, etc.)
• Flexible working options – we promote flexible working where the role allows. We’re happy to discuss what flexibility might look like for you.
• Generous annual leave - 27 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time) plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 29 days after 5 years’ service and to 33 days after 10 years.
• Inclusive pension scheme - the NHS Pension Scheme is a defined benefit scheme (not dependent on investment returns). Further details and outline of benefits can be found at: http://www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/information-about-nhs-pensions‎
• Supportive learning culture - we’ve fostered a culture of continuous learning where colleagues are well-led, engaged, and encouraged to grow. We support you in reaching your full potential, both in your current role and future career. Our Thrive program embodies our commitment to learning and development, offering a wide range of activities to support your personal and professional growth. It’s open to everyone at NHSBT, ensuring you have the resources to succeed and shine in your role.
• Health and wellbeing support – we offer confidential services including occupational health, employee assistance programme, and wellbeing resources. Our support is available to all colleagues and we endeavour to provide tailored workplace adjustments where possible.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we welcome applications from disabled candidates. We will talk with you to explore any adjustments that may help you during the recruitment process.

You can find more information about accessibility, our culture, and how we support applicants on the NHSBT Careers website:

• Read about our application process
• Learn more about our culture at NHSBT

To learn more, please see the job description and person specification. These can be accessed via the link below, or by clicking ‘Apply’ if you are viewing this advert on another site.

Next steps This vacancy will close at 23:59pm on Tuesday 22 September 2026 , however this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline if we receive a high volume of application.

Interviews are anticipated to be held between the 5 October and 8 October 2026, subject to confirmation. These interviews will be held in-person at the Birmingham New Street centre.

For informal enquiries please contact Gauravendra Bagga, Head of Systems Development and Integration at Gauravendra.Bagga@nhsbt.nhs.uk.