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Senior Developer Location: Manchester Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 per annum - This role qualifies for a 13% per annum R&R Payment Vacancy Type: Fixed Term, Full Time The closing date is 14 June 2026 Job summary This role qualifies for a 13% per annum recruitment and retention payment on top of the band 7 base salary. We are seeking a Senior Developer to help build and support modern, cloud-based digital services for the NHS. You will work on AWS hosted services, developing secure, scalable applications using technologies such as CloudFront, Lambda, API Gateway, ECS, EventBridge, Step Functions, OpenSearch, Neptune, DynamoDB, Aurora. The role requires a broad understanding of data services, from relational databases to more semantic or knowledge based data models. You will be a skilled practitioner in one of more modern languages, such as C# .Net, Javascript/Typescript, Python. You will take a hands on role in delivery, contribute to technical decisions, and work closely with product, architecture and delivery colleagues. Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Please refer to the Direct Gov website for further information regarding eligibility. Please note this vacancy may be closed early if sufficient suitable applications are received so we encourage an early application. Main duties of the job Develop and support applications built with AWS services. Design and develop RESTful APIs based on modern standards Work with a range of data services, including relational and semantic data Design and build secure, resilient and well monitored services Work collaboratively as part of an Agile, multidisciplinary delivery team Participating in code reviews, knowledge sharing and mentoring activities. Supporting live services and helping identify and resolve technical issues. Working with the wider Engineering Team to prototype, evaluate and integrate emerging technologies such as generative AI into secure, production level code. About us The Engineering team at NICE designs, builds, and runs the digital services that underpin nationally relied upon health and care guidance used by millions of people. The team creates secure, reliable software that supports both internal guidance production and public-facing services such as the NICE website, BNF ,and Clinical Knowledge Summaries. Engineers work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, applying DevOps and secure by design principles to continuously improve live services and deliver meaningful digital outcomes. We can offer you a great place to work with good benefits, flexible working, and a supportive, friendly, and inclusive environment. We are passionate and proud of the work we do and the impact we make. NICE offer: Generous NHS Pension - Secure your future with one of the most rewarding pension schemes in the UK Flexible working - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with options like remote working, compressed hours and flexible start/finish times Exclusive discounts - Save on shopping, dining and more with a Blue Light CardTime to recharge - Start with 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Inclusive staff networks - Join supportive communities like Women in NICE, Race Equality Network, Disability Advocacy and NICE and Proud - we celebrate diversity Tailored development - Grow your career with personalised learning and development opportunities Person Specification Practical experience building robust, secure applications using AWS technologies such as CloudFront, Lambda, API Gateway, ECS, EventBridge, Step Functions, OpenSearch, Neptune, DynamoDB, Aurora. Practical software development experience in at least one modern language, such as C# .Net, Javascript/Typescript, Python. Comprehensive ability to design and build APIs to standards such as OpenAPI. Skilled in working with Infrastructure as Code technologies such as Terraform and CIoudFormation. Desirable Practical experience with CI/CD Pipeline technologies such as Team City and Octopus Deploy 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. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for NICE (The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence), please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Data Scientist (ML Engineer) Location: Manchester Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time The closing date is 18 June 2026 Job summary Do you want to do meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to society? Our main purpose here at The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is to improve health and wellbeing by putting science and evidence at the heart of health and care decision-making. As an organisation we all collaborate to achieve this goal by empowering our workforce to do great things! Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Please refer to the DirectGov website for more information on eligibility. We reserve the right to close the advert early should we receive sufficient applications, so please don't delay your submission. Main duties of the job We're looking for a Data Scientist (ML Engineer) to help NICE apply machine learning and advanced analytics to real world health and care challenges. Working within the Architecture & Data team, you'll design, build and deploy robust machine learning solutions that support evidence based decision making, improve data practices, and enable the responsible use of AI across the organisation. You'll combine strong technical expertise with clear communication, ethical awareness and a collaborative mindset to turn complex data into meaningful insight. What you'll do and bring to the role Design, build and deploy scalable machine learning models and pipelines, from data preparation through to monitoring and optimisation in production. Apply advanced analytical, statistical and machine learning techniques to solve complex business problems and support organisational priorities. Ensure all work meets high standards for data governance, ethics, privacy and security, championing responsible and transparent use of AI. Collaborate closely with data scientists, engineers and stakeholders to translate business needs into effective technical solutions. Evaluate model performance and outcomes, continuously improving models, data quality and analytical approaches. Contribute to building machine learning and AI capability across NICE through technical leadership, knowledge sharing, and support to colleagues. About us The Architecture & Data team sits at the heart of NICE's digital transformation, setting the direction for how data, analytics and architecture are used across the organisation. As a centre of excellence, the team defines standards, embeds strong data governance, and enables high-quality, impactful delivery. Working closely with teams across NICE, it supports responsible innovation and ensures data is used effectively to improve health and care outcomes. We can offer you a great place to work with good benefits, flexible working, and a supportive, friendly, and inclusive environment. We are passionate and proud of the work we do and the impact we make. NICE offer: Generous NHS Pension - Secure your future with one of the most rewarding pension schemes in the UK Flexible working - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with options like remote working, compressed hours and flexible start/finish times Exclusive discounts - Save on shopping, dining and more with a Blue Light CardTime to recharge - Start with 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Inclusive staff networks - Join supportive communities like Women in NICE, Race Equality Network, Disability Advocacy and NICE and Proud - we celebrate diversity Tailored development - Grow your career with personalised learning and development opportunities Person Specification Holds highly developed specialist knowledge and expertise acquired through a master's degree level or equivalent qualification/experience. Additionally, holds specialist knowledge of the relevant area(s) of expertise as outlined in the person specification, acquired through relevant practical experience and training/development. Extensive hands on experience designing, building and deploying machine learning and AI solutions, with the ability to select appropriate techniques and evaluate model performance critically. Strong programming and data engineering capability, including writing complex code, working with large and complex datasets, and collaborating closely with data engineers and data scientists to deliver robust analytical products. Advanced knowledge of applied mathematics, statistics, and numerical analysis, with experience using techniques such as optimisation, time series analysis, simulation or predictive modelling to generate insight and support decision making. Excellent communication skills, with experience presenting analytical outputs clearly to both technical and non technical audiences and working effectively within multidisciplinary teams. Desirable Artificial intelligence certification. 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. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for NICE (The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence), please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.

Head of Cyber Security Location: Manchester Salary: £66,582 to £77,368 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent, Full Time The closing date is 14 June 2026 Job summary Do you want to do meaningful work that makes a genuine difference to society? Our main purpose here at The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) is to improve health and wellbeing by putting science and evidence at the heart of health and care decision-making. As an organisation we all collaborate to achieve this goal by empowering our workforce to do great things! Please note that this role may not be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. Please refer to the DirectGov website for more information on eligibility. We reserve the right to close adverts early should we receive sufficient applications, so please don't delay your submission. Main duties of the job As Head of Cyber Security, you will lead NICE's cyber security function, providing strategic direction and expert leadership to protect digital services, infrastructure and information assets. You will act as NICE's senior cyber security specialist, overseeing security operations, managing risk and embedding secure-by-design principles across digital and technology services. Working closely with senior leaders, technical teams and external partners, you will play a key role in strengthening NICE's security posture and resilience across services. You will: Lead the development, implementation and enforcement of cyber security strategies, policies and standards across the organisation. Act as NICE's cyber security subject matter expert, advising senior leaders and technical teams on complex risks, threats and mitigations. Oversee security operations, incident response and threat intelligence, ensuring strong protection and rapid response to cyber incidents. Manage organisational risk and vulnerability management, including compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus and the Data Security and Protection Toolkit. Embed secure-by-design principles into digital services, systems and technology programmes from early design through delivery. Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders, NHS partners and suppliers to align security approaches and share intelligence. About us The Infrastructure, Cyber & IT Operations team plays a critical role in ensuring NICE's digital services are secure, resilient, and reliable. The team is responsible for safeguarding systems and information, supporting users across the organisation, and maintaining operational stability with minimal risk or disruption. As part of this team, you will help protect nationally important digital services while enabling NICE to deliver trusted guidance and information to health and care users across England. We can offer you a great place to work with good benefits, flexible working, and a supportive, friendly, and inclusive environment. We are passionate and proud of the work we do and the impact we make. NICE offer: Generous NHS Pension - Secure your future with one of the most rewarding pension schemes in the UK Flexible working - Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with options like remote working, compressed hours and flexible start/finish times Exclusive discounts - Save on shopping, dining and more with a Blue Light CardTime to recharge - Start with 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays Inclusive staff networks - Join supportive communities like Women in NICE, Race Equality Network, Disability Advocacy and NICE and Proud - we celebrate diversity Tailored development - Grow your career with personalised learning and development opportunities Person Specification Essential Holds highly developed specialist knowledge and expertise acquired through master's degree level or equivalent qualification/experience. Additionally holds specialist knowledge of the relevant area(s) of expertise as outlined in the person specification, acquired through relevant practical experience and training/development Hold either Certified Information Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Cyber Professional (CCP) qualification. Proven experience in a senior cyber security role with direct line management, performance management, and coaching responsibilities. Significant practical experience in security operations, vulnerability assessment and threat intelligence. Expert-level understanding of core cyber security concepts, infrastructure security, and the modern threat landscape. Proficiency in developing and implementing security policies and risk management frameworks based on standards like CAF, Cyber Essentials, ISO27001 etc Desirable Experience working in the Health Sector/NHS 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. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for NICE (The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence), please click apply to be redirected to their website to complete your application.