VP - Java Fullstack Technical Lead

Join our dynamic Technology team as a Java Fullstack Technical Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of financial crime prevention through the transformative "Integrated Financial Crime Program". This multi-year, group-wide initiative aims to strengthen regulatory compliance, streamline client interactions via a unified infrastructure, and drive operational efficiency through cutting-edge technological advancements.

The ideal candidate would be an experienced Senior Java Fullstack Engineer with a passion for transitioning into architecture, ready to apply technical expertise to strategic system design.

The Integrated Financial Crime (IFC) portfolio is a multi-faceted Financial Crime program delivered via over 20 initiatives to create a holistic, risk-based, and effective Financial Crime environment. It aims to enhance automation, strengthen capabilities across all lines of defense, and empower our partners, colleagues, and customers to identify and prevent Financial Crime by raising awareness of the associated risks.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience in full-stack development with expertise in building dynamic, responsive, and reusable components
• Experience with Enterprise Case Management Lifecycle applications involving backend server builds in Java or C++
• Experience with Kafka or other message brokers for event-driven communication
• Proficiency in developing RESTful APIs and microservices using Java Spring Boot, with a strong understanding of Spring Framework (e.g., Spring MVC, Spring Security, Spring Data)
• Strong knowledge of state management (e.g., Redux, Context API) and React hooks. Experience with RESTful APIs and integrating frontend with backend services

Some other highly valued skills may include:

• Basic understanding of Camunda BPM for workflow orchestration and process automation. Familiarity with BPMN 2.0 for designing workflows
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of unit testing and integration testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito, Jest, React Testing Library)

You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in this role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technical skills.

This role will be based out of our Glasgow Campus.

Purpose of the role

To design, develop, and improve software, utilizing various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

Accountabilities

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools, ensuring code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
• Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define requirements, devise solutions, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Participate in code reviews, promote a culture of quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry trends and innovations, and contribute to organizational technology communities.
• Adhere to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect data.
• Implement effective unit testing practices to ensure code quality and reliability.

Vice President Expectations

• Contribute to strategy, drive requirements, and recommend changes. Manage resources, budgets, policies, and process improvements.
• If managing a team, define roles, plan for future needs, and lead performance and development discussions.
• If in a leadership role, demonstrate leadership behaviors: Listen, Energize, Align, Develop.
• For individual contributors, guide technical direction, lead projects, and mentor less experienced staff.
• Advise stakeholders, manage risks, and ensure controls are in place.
• Demonstrate understanding of organizational functions and collaborate across departments.
• Develop solutions based on analytical thinking, research, and innovative problem-solving.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders using influencing and negotiating skills.

All colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, along with the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive.