PostgreSQL Development Engineer

Summary

Join a well-established team working on improvements and new features for Intelerad's backend applications used by NHS trusts across the UK. As a PostgreSQL Development Engineer, you will bring experience in developing highly-performant solutions using PostgreSQL to the team.

Requirements

• Expert in developing optimal solutions on PostgreSQL platform (approx. 5 years)
• Thorough understanding of database design principles, data optimisation and data integrity
• Thorough understanding of concurrency, indexing, locking and transaction management
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret technical information
• Demonstrated ability to compose clear and concise technical written communication
• BSc/BEng (or higher) in Computer Science or similar discipline (or equivalent)

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and optimisation of the database procedures and schemas to get optimal performance from PostgreSQL
• Undertake security analysis, reviews and any required remedial measures
• Develop software according to the Intelerad SDLC process
• Participate in design and code reviews
• Help define the technical architecture used
• Champion the use of automated tools for testing and validation
• Manage deliverables according to approved project plans
• Participate in code maintenance, bug fixes, and various cross-functional roles with quality assurance
• Work with application specialists to understand and define the behaviour of new or updated features
• Interaction with other teams for implementation of features and handling of support queries
• Stay current with developments in your discipline and share with the team your knowledge and promote opportunities for growth and improvement
• Other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with other languages; JavaScript/TypeScript, Tcl, Python, C#, C++, PHP
• Experience developing with MSSQL or PL/SQL
• Familiarity with industry standards such as DICOM and HL7
• Development of remote APIs using gRPC, RESTful, or similar technologies