Medical Systems Integration developer

We are seeking an experienced Principal Integration Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of healthcare system integrations across clinical and diagnostic environments.

This is a senior, hands-on role requiring deep expertise in HL7 messaging, DICOM workflows, and healthcare interoperability, with a strong background in laboratory, radiology, and screening systems. You will act as a technical authority, working across vendors, clinical teams, and IT stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable integration solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Integration Architecture & Delivery

• Design and implement HL7 interfaces, DICOM integrations, and workflow solutions
• Lead integration development using platforms such as Mirth Connect
• Architect end-to-end interoperability across LIMS, RIS/PACS, Order Communications, and clinical systems
• Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of integration pipelines

Technical Leadership

• Act as Principal Engineer / SME for all integration-related initiatives
• Define best practices, standards, and governance for integration design
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and proactive maintenance

Stakeholder & Vendor Engagement

• Liaise with clinical stakeholders, NHS teams, and third-party vendors
• Translate clinical workflows into technical integration solutions
• Manage vendor relationships and support escalations

Delivery & Support

• Lead integration projects including upgrades, migrations, and new deployments
• Oversee UAT, validation, and go-live support
• Provide 3rd level support for critical systems

Required Skills & Experience

Essential

• Experience in Healthcare / Clinical IT systems

• Strong expertise in:

• HL7 (v2.x messaging, Order/Result workflows)

• DICOM integrations and imaging workflows

• Integration engines (e.g. Mirth Connect)

• Experience with:

• LIMS (e.g. TelePath or equivalent)

• RIS/PACS systems

• Order Communications / e-Results

• Proven experience leading integration architecture and delivery

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability

• Experience with diagnostic platforms (e.g. screening systems, lab middleware)

• Knowledge of NHS clinical workflows and standards

• Familiarity with:

• Middleware solutions (e.g. Abbott AlinIQ AMS)

• Automation tracks and lab instrumentation

• Experience in cloud or hybrid integration environments

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements