Kotlin Developer, UK – CIMAR
WFA Digital Insight
As the demand for skilled Kotlin developers continues to rise, with a notable 25% growth in the UK's tech industry last year, professionals with expertise in backend development are in high demand. DeepHealth, a leading provider of cloud-based image management solutions, is seeking a talented Kotlin Developer to join their team. With the healthcare sector increasingly relying on digital technologies, this role offers a unique opportunity to work on projects that can significantly impact patient care. Candidates should be prepared to bring their strong backend development skills, experience with Kotlin, and a passion for delivering high-quality solutions to the table.
Job Description
About the Role
The Kotlin Developer position at DeepHealth is a critical role that involves collaborating with senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to design and deliver subsystems and product features. As a key member of the team, you will take ownership of defined subsystems or feature areas, contributing across the full development lifecycle from concept and build through testing and deployment. Your expertise in Kotlin and backend development will be essential in ensuring solutions adhere to established engineering standards, best practices, and quality guidelines.In this fully remote position, you will have the opportunity to work with a talented team of professionals who are passionate about delivering innovative healthcare solutions. With a focus on cloud-based image management, you will be working on projects that can significantly impact patient care and streamline workflows for healthcare organizations.
What You Will Do
- Build and support backend services in Kotlin to support a web UI and a set of remote gateways
- Design APIs and data flows with an emphasis on reliability, security, and clarity
- Contribute to pragmatic architectural decisions and help shape backend patterns and standards
- Work with healthcare standards and integrations, including DICOM and HL7
- Participate in code reviews and quality assurance to maintain code quality, reliability, and consistency
- Produce and maintain technical documentation to support maintainability and onboarding
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize project requirements
- Develop and implement automated testing and deployment scripts
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
What We Are Looking For
- Strong backend development experience with Kotlin, or Java with demonstrated depth and willingness to work primarily in Kotlin
- Experience with backend frameworks such as Spring Boot and/or Ktor
- API-first development experience (REST and/or GraphQL)
- Understanding or exposure to DICOM and HL7 would be advantageous
- Previous experience in an environment leveraging technologies such as AWS, CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes would be advantageous
- Comfortable working in regulated, compliance-heavy, potentially consequential domains
- Experience working to complex specifications
- Self-directed learner; comfortable ramping up quickly with minimal formal training
- Genuine interest and passion for the work
- Bachelor’s degree in an IT field
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant professional experience
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud-based technologies and agile development methodologies
- Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices
- Certification in Kotlin or related technologies
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Opportunity to work on innovative healthcare solutions that can significantly impact patient care
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Flexible working hours and remote work arrangements
- Access to cutting-edge technologies and tools
- Recognition and reward for outstanding performance
How to Stand Out
- Develop a strong portfolio showcasing your Kotlin development skills and experience with backend frameworks
- Be prepared to discuss your approach to API design and data flow management
- Highlight your experience working in regulated environments and compliance-heavy domains
- Familiarize yourself with DICOM and HL7 standards and be prepared to discuss their applications
- Emphasize your ability to work independently and ramp up quickly with minimal formal training
- Prepare examples of your experience with code reviews and quality assurance activities
- Research DeepHealth's products and services to demonstrate your genuine interest in the company and role
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