Lead Platform Engineer

Job summary

Do you have extensive knowledge of Continuous Integration/Delivery concepts and tools in an AWS cloud environment, and would you like to see your work make a real difference? If so, the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA) may have the opportunity for you!

We are looking for two innovative Lead Platform Engineers to join our talented team in Newcastle. If successful, you will be a key member and have a voice in supporting our NHS Jobs team or Core Platform team. Your experience will be key for coaching and mentoring our DevOps community, whilst you assist with the promotion of the DevOps delivery methods in addition and strategic direction of the tools, processes to support the NHSBSA build and run great digital services for the people of the UK.

The role requires an equal balance of technical expertise, hands-on involvement with CI methods and tools, cloud infrastructure and platforms, and excellent interpersonal skills.

You will be responsible for delivering, supporting, and continually enhancing the cloud environment within AWS for hosting NHSBSA services.

What do we offer?

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

Main duties of the job

1. Operate as a Subject matter expert (SME) for DevOps capability in a Hybrid ICT multi-mode, multi-supplier deployment model covering hybrid cloud, converged infrastructure, cloud management, orchestration, monitoring, and automation tools.
2. Act as a coach and mentor by refining, contributing, and collaborating with our DevOps community to develop the knowledge and skills throughout the organisation.
3. Manage, govern, evaluate, implement process, and advocate tooling for DevOps utilising open-source solutions across the full spectrum, including:

• Code repository and build management
• Monitoring
• Code quality checks
• Infrastructure as code
• Configuration management
• Cloud platforms and managed services provided by third parties

About us

Here at the NHS Business Services Authority (NHSBSA), what we do matters. We manage the NHS Pension scheme, process prescription payments and much more. Our services are used by NHS organisations, contractors and the public: we take pride in being part of something so meaningful, that touches millions of lives.

Just as we design our services around the needs of our customers, we place our people at the heart of our organisation. That's why when you join us, you'll be empowered and given the right support to help your career grow.

As one of the UK's Best Big Companies to work for, we're all 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 voice is heard, and every colleague is supported and respected. Wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion is at the centre of this, so when you join us, you can connect with our Lived Experience Networks who help us to bring our authentic selves to work.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and circumstances. We are committed and proud to be a flexible employer and will endeavour to offer a working pattern that suits you wherever possible, whether that be hybrid working, flexible hours, job sharing and more.

Ready to join us on our journey to be a catalyst for better health? Apply today and see where the NHSBSA can take you.

We are people connected to care.

Date posted: 14 March 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 8a

Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 914-BSA7028150

Job locations: Stella House, Goldcrest way, Newburn Riverside, Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE15 8NY