System Developer Manager
The closing date is 25 March 2026
Job summary
The Systems Developer Manager provides senior leadership for the configuration, optimisation and safe delivery of Oracle Cerner EPR and the Patient Portal, ensuring digital pathways support high-quality patient care. The role oversees full development lifecycles--from requirements gathering to testing and release--acting as the Trust's expert escalation point for complex technical and configuration issues. Working closely with clinical, operational and digital leaders, the postholder drives innovation, leads the developer function, ensures governance compliance and shapes digital strategy to maximise system capability.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will actively identify gaps in current system usage, develop and implement solutions to improve clinician satisfaction with Oracle EPR, and drive the Patient Portal towards itsmaximum capability , improving communication, access to information, and overall patientexperience.
As the operational lead for the Trust's developer function, the postholder will report to the Head ofDigital Health Systems, manage the Band 7 Senior Systems Developer - Oracle and PatientPortal, and support the development of additional developments and analysts working acrossOracle Cerner Millennium (CRS) and Patient Portal platforms.
This role ensures that digital clinical systems are configured, developed, and optimised to meetthe needs of patients, clinicians, and operational services. The postholder will oversee the fulllifecycle of development activity ,from requirement gathering, configuration, testing, and saferelease , ensuring compliance with governance, safety, and quality standards.
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Details
Date posted
25 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£61,631 to £68,623 a year p.a. pro rata inclusive of HCAS (Outer)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
396-7791660-DE-DK
Job locations
KRFT
Galsworthy Road
Kingston
KT2 7QB
Employer details
Employer name
Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address
KRFT
Galsworthy Road
Kingston
KT2 7QB
Employer's website
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