Medical Platform/Deployment Engineer

We are seeking a talented Platform Engineer to join our Applications Team, where you'll play a pivotal role in delivering and supporting complex environments across multiple healthcare programmes including Spectra PM, Spectra Client, Patient Portal, TLHC, and a broad range of associated services.

You'll work closely with infrastructure teams, software developers, and third-party suppliers-including NHS partners-to ensure our systems remain robust, secure, scalable, and highly available. This is an exciting opportunity to work on meaningful solutions that directly support national healthcare services and patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Environment Creation & Management

* Build and configure new test and live environments using Xen Orchestra VM templates

* Configure multi-language applications such as Spectra PM (PHP), Spectra Client (Java), and Patient Portal (Java/PHP)

* Work with the NHS to enable secure Patient Portal integration via NHS Login

* Manage mount points, permissions, and automation tasks using Bash and Cron

* Perform database setup, schema updates, and access control for Postgres and H2

* Configure background services and client-side components including batch scripts, certificates, and shortcuts

Application Support & Maintenance

* Provide 3rd line support across all environments and applications, including:

- Imagenet OCT scanning

- Harmony PACS

- MMG text messaging service

* Troubleshoot issues through log analysis, database fixes, and code-level triage

* Perform software updates, background maintenance, and PHP/Bash fixes

* Manage certificate renewals for Spectra services

Deployment & Automation

* Lead deployments across multiple environments with precision and consistency

* Use Ansible for automation and coordinate out-of-hours release schedules

* Conduct pilot deployments to ensure stability and performance prior to full rollout

Database Administration

* Manage and maintain Postgres databases, including schema updates, maintenance routines, access control, and quarterly recovery tests

Process Improvement & Mentorship

* Help improve and streamline platform engineering processes

* Mentor junior engineers and act as deputy within the platform team when needed

* Maintain thorough documentation and contribute to a growing knowledge base

Skills & Experience Required

• Spectra SME
• Strong Linux command line knowledge and Bash Scripting
• Postgres administration experience
• Ansible deployment automation
• Creation and management of VMs using Xen Orchestra
• PHP and Java application configuration (including YAML management)
• Cron job automation and scheduling
• Experience integrating with Microsoft Active Directory
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to mentor junior colleagues and support team development
• Comfortable liaising with third-party organisations (NHS, MMG, Yakara, TopCon)

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements