Lead Intelligent Automation Developer
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Intelligent Automation Developer to join our dynamic NHS organisation.
The post holder will lead the Trust's Intelligent Automation function, providing technical leadership and day-to-day management of Intelligent Automation Developers. They will be responsible for designing, developing and implementing secure, reliable and cost-effective automation and integration solutions that support the Trust's clinical and corporate transformation objectives.
As the Trust's Intelligent Automation subject matter expert, the post holder will oversee the full automation lifecycle, including process design, solution development, systems integration, testing, deployment, documentation, standards development and ongoing support. They will identify new automation opportunities, develop complex technical solutions and ensure all automation services meet organisational requirements for security, governance, data integrity and operational effectiveness while contributing to the Trust's wider digital transformation strategy.
Main duties of the job
- Lead the Trust's Intelligent Automation function, providing technical leadership and line management for Intelligent Automation Developers.
- Design, develop and implement automation and integration solutions that support clinical and corporate services.
- Act as the Trust's subject matter expert for Intelligent Automation, providing guidance, training and support to colleagues and stakeholders.
- Manage the full automation development lifecycle, including process analysis, solution design, development, testing, deployment, documentation and ongoing support.
- Engage with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities, gather requirements and deliver solutions that align with organisational priorities.
- Develop and maintain standards, controls and governance processes to ensure solutions are secure, compliant and aligned with best practice.
- Oversee system integrations between Trust applications and technology platforms.
- Monitor and optimise automation services, ensuring performance, reliability and service levels are maintained.
- Support digital transformation initiatives by recommending and implementing innovative automation technologies and improvements.
- Ensure compliance with information governance, cyber security and data protection requirements while maintaining data integrity and system security.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and technical excellence.
About us
We are an acute trust caring for over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff members work in patients homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). Committed to continuous improvement, we prioritise our people and values so we can deliver excellent patient experience. Our team is friendly, passionate and always seeking better ways to work through research and innovation.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces for honest conversations and to share ideas, thoughts and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a member of the team, you will have access to the NHS pension plan, a generous holiday allowance, employee health and wellbeing services and extensive benefits and support. These include onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, home electronics schemes, working carers support, carer-friendly policies, and more.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Qualifications
- Relevant degree or equivalent qualification, or significant experience working at degree level.
- Evidence of continuing professional development (CPD).
- Blue Prism Cloud Practitioner certification.
- Additional Blue Prism certification(s).
Experience
- Proven experience delivering complex automation solutions using Blue Prism Cloud.
- Expert knowledge of:
- Blue Prism RPA
- Intelligent OCR (iOCR)
- Blue Prism Cloud Cognitive Tools
- Language translation
- Sentiment analysis
- Keyword classification
- Interact e-Forms
- Chatbots
- Orchestrator
- Experience managing the full automation lifecycle in accordance with Blue Prism best practice standards.
- Experience engaging with customers and stakeholders in a consultative capacity to identify requirements and develop solutions.
Knowledge
- Good understanding of:
- Change management
- Risk management
- Governance and compliance processes
Skills and Abilities
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to analyse complex information and make sound decisions.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to explain complex technical information to different audiences.
- Strong influencing, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to lead and support change initiatives.
- Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, including managing the workload of others.
- Flexible approach to meet service demands.
Personal Attributes
- Commitment to ongoing professional development.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with staff at all levels.
- Flexible and professional approach to work.
- Ability to demonstrate and uphold the Trust's values.
Person Specification
Qualifications
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Address
Dewsbury District Hospital
Dewsbury
West Yorkshire
WF13 4HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.midyorks.nhs.uk/