Technical Specialist & Team Leader

Technical Specialist & Team Leader
Location: BSO, 2-4 Cromac Avenue, Belfast
Hours: Full-Time (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm)
Pay Rate: £24.45 per hour

JOB SUMMARY

• Lead and manage a team of software developers, delivering high-quality software solutions to agreed specifications and project deadlines.
• Oversee the design, development, implementation, and developer-level testing of user interfaces, server components, and system interfaces.
• Ensure software is secure, scalable, compatible, maintainable, and aligned with best practice development standards.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with ICT specialists, suppliers, BSO teams, and HSC organisations to develop and support integrated digital solutions.
• Apply technical expertise and knowledge of Health and Social Care (HSC) ICT systems and infrastructure to deliver effective software solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including Health and Social Care professionals, to ensure business needs are understood and met.
• Support the delivery of ICT services that contribute to the wider objectives of the Business Services Organisation (BSO) and NHS organisations.

KEY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development and delivery of high-quality software solutions, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Provide technical leadership and specialist ICT expertise to guide application design, development, and implementation.
• Monitor emerging technologies, evaluate their potential impact, and recommend innovative solutions to enhance services.
• Contribute to the development of policies, standards, and procedures supporting regional eHealth solutions across Health and Social Care.
• Oversee the technologies, tools, and development practices used by the software development team.
• Ensure applications are supported and maintained in line with agreed specifications and Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Lead the investigation, troubleshooting, and resolution of technical issues, recommending effective long-term solutions.
• Collaborate with legal, procurement, and ICT specialists to support the successful delivery of software projects.
• Drive the development and implementation of system enhancements in line with business priorities.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to share knowledge, coordinate activities, and deliver successful outcomes.
• Lead the development, testing, and deployment of software solutions, ensuring quality, reliability, and user satisfaction.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• A degree or professional qualification in an ICT-related discipline and a minimum of 3 years' experience in an application development role within a large organisation;

• OR

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in an application development role within a large organisation.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate:

• Proven specialist experience in the design, development, testing, and implementation of IT applications.
• Strong technical expertise in C#, .NET Desktop, and .NET Web development.
• Experience gathering, analysing, and documenting user requirements.
• Knowledge of database design and development.
• Experience writing maintainable, high-quality code and using source control/version control systems.
• Experience applying software quality practices, including unit testing, code reviews, and other quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of software development standards, policies, and best practices.
• Experience delivering application development and support services to a large customer base.
• Experience working within a recognised project management methodology (e.g. PRINCE2 or equivalent).
• A minimum of 2 years' experience leading or managing a team.

Other

Hold a current full driving licence which is valid for use in the UK and have access to a car on appointment. This criteria will be waived in the case of applicants whose disability prohibits driving but who have access to a form of transport approved by the Organisation which will permit them to carry out the duties of the post.

Why temp with Staffline?

• Competitive hourly rate of £24.45 per hour
• Weekly Pay with enhanced holidays
• Dedicated Consultant Support
• Easy, online timesheets

If you are interested and available for this position, please upload your CV to the link or contact Stephanie Wilson at [email protected]

To be shortlisted for this role all applicants MUST meet the essential criteria. Please note that these roles may be filled quickly but your CV will be kept on file for future similar roles. As there are so many applications, unsuccessful candidates may not be contacted.

Successful candidates may need to apply for an Access NI Certificate with Staffline regardless if you already have a valid certificate. It will be a cost of between £16-£32 depending on clearance level.