Software Developer / Engineer

Job Description: Software Engineer

Department: Information Technology

Location: Shirpur Hospital (On-site)

The Software Engineer is responsible for developing, customizing, integrating, and maintaining hospital software systems including the Hospital Management Information System (HMIS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), PACS, LIS, and other clinical/non-clinical applications. The role ensures smooth software operations, data integrity, and compliance with healthcare IT standards such as HL7, FHIR, and ABDM (Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission).

• Design, develop, and maintain hospital-specific software modules and applications.


• Customize and enhance existing HMIS/EMR/PACS/LIS functionalities based on user feedback and workflow requirements.


• Integrate third-party APIs and systems (billing, pharmacy, lab, radiology, etc. ).

• Work on HL7/FHIR-based integrations between HMIS, PACS, LIS, and other healthcare systems.


• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to ensure data interoperability and ABDM compliance.


• Develop middleware or data interfaces where required.

• Design and optimize SQL databases for hospital applications.


• Manage data backups, data migration, and performance tuning.


• Ensure data security and compliance with hospital IT policies and healthcare regulations.

• Provide second-level support for hospital software issues raised by the IT Helpdesk.


• Troubleshoot application errors and coordinate with vendors for escalations.


• Conduct periodic system health checks and apply software patches or upgrades.

• Maintain detailed technical documentation for all customizations and integrations.


• Ensure all developments meet healthcare IT compliance standards (HL7, FHIR, ABDM, DISHA).

• knowledge of Windows OS, and MS Office suite.


• Basic understanding of networking (LAN/WAN, IP addressing, switches, routers).


• Understand and Trouble shoot hands on in crimping Network and telephone cables, connectors


• Familiarity with HMIS, PACS, or HIS systems in a healthcare setup preferred.


• Good analytical and troubleshooting skills.


• Customer service orientation and ability to handle users patiently.


• Good communication and coordination skills.

Education: Diploma / B. Sc. / BCA in Computer Science, IT, or related discipline.

Experience:2 3 years of experience in IT support, preferably in a hospital or healthcare environment.

Certifications (Preferred): CompTIA, A+, MCP, Networking.

Rotational shifts, including weekends or emergency on-call duties.

On-site presence across hospital departments including wards, ICUs, and administrative offices.