Senior Java Software Engineer

Join us as a Senior JAVA Software Engineer within The Digital Investing Sub Pod and be part of the exciting expansion of our capabilities in mobile and offering more products and features to existing and new customers.

To be successful as a Senior JAVA Software Engineer within this team, you should have experience with:

• Java JDK 17+
• REST (Open API)
• Technical Leadership - mentoring a small team of circa 8 developers
• Experience working in an agile environment

Additional highly valued skills may include:

• Cloud Platform experience with AWS or OpenShift
• JavaScript and/or TypeScript experience utilizing React and/or Angular
• Kafka

You may be assessed on key skills relevant for success in the role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role will be based in our new 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 contribute to technology communities to foster excellence and growth.
• 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

• Advise stakeholders on impact and alignment across functions.
• Manage and mitigate risks, supporting control and governance.
• Demonstrate leadership in managing risk and controls.
• Understand organizational functions to support business goals.
• Collaborate across areas to stay aligned with business strategies.
• Develop solutions through analytical thinking and research.
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.

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