Full Stack Developer

Job Title: Full Stack Developer

Location: Fulwood Preston

Contract Type:Permanent 37.5 hours a week

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Full Stack Developer to join our IT team as we continue our journey of growth and innovation. We are looking for a results-driven individual who is passionate about technology and eager to contribute new and creative ideas.

In this role you will work closely with our Lead Full Stack Developer to support the end-to-end development of web applications from concept and design to testing and deployment.

You will play a key role in developing new features and enhancing existing functionality within our in-house systems across the full technology stack.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimise CHECs web applications including our EPR (Electronic Patient Record) system

Deliver scalable high-quality web applications with a focus on performance and user experience

Collaborate effectively within an agile development team to achieve project goals

Contribute to both front-end and back-end development applying best practices in coding and architecture

Assist in designing and maintaining robust software systems using sound design principles

Diagnose debug and resolve technical issues efficiently

Work confidently with REST APIs microservices and containerization technologies

Apply test-driven development (TDD) principles to ensure code quality and reliability

Take initiative with a proactive problem-solving approach

Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software

Stay up to date with emerging technologies and industry best practices

Contribute to application monitoring and observability helping to identify and resolve system issues

Participate in the full software lifecycle from design and development through deployment and maintenance

What Youll Bring to the Role

Relevant degree or qualification is desirable but not essential

Experience using Cloud Platforms Version Control Systems and front-end/back-end development tools

Previous experience and C#

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive mindset

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

High attention to detail and code quality

Ability to prioritise tasks and work effectively in a fast-paced environment

Organised analytical and eager to learn

About CHEC

Community Health and Eyecare are an independent service provider that specialise in Ophthalmology and Endoscopy services supporting the NHS. CHEC are an established group of hospitals and community clinics across the UK. Our bespoke state of the art surgical centres are a beacon of envy providing end-to-end care for our patients through NHS partnerships.

We have 5 core values that we uphold through our employee and patient lifecycle to ensure a pleasant experience for all. These are Caring Passionate Togetherness Listening and Focus something that all our colleagues are expected to naturally uphold here at CHEC.

Why work for us

• 25 days holidays plus bank holidays
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme
• Refer a friend scheme
• Company pension
• Company sick pay scheme
• Life assurance scheme
• Bluelight Card- 100s of discount and cashback options
• Performance review with a training and development plan
• Employee discounts portal
• Gym membership
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tech scheme

Since 2012 CHEC has been working with the NHS to increase patient choice and provide better access to exceptional timely locally-based ophthalmology and gastroenterology care free at the point of care.

CHEC has a nationwide portfolio of community hospitals and clinics operating in a unique hub-and-spoke model. We are proud to have a role alongside colleagues in the NHS offering patients the choice of access to essential procedures and help achieve the best possible clinical outcomes. We continue to expand our community-based offering of vital healthcare to patients across England including ENT (Ear Nose and Throat) and Dermatology services.

CHEC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all employees to share this commitment this includes being aware of and adhering to all CHEC Safeguarding policies. Recruitment checks are undertaken in accordance with the NHS Employment Check Standards and successful applicants may be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).