Your role
Overall purpose of the role
* Work on projects & tech on developing highly scalable applications.
* Design and develop Microservices, GUI, and Server components.
* Implement Functional solutions, unit test & coordinate releases and where applicable contribute to design sessions.
* Interact with end users & product owners to understand their requirements and build solutions pertaining to that.
* Work as a part of a local team and liaise regularly with colleagues in other regions.
* Provide support for the applications BAU work as needed.
Purpose of the role
To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provide business, platform, and technology capabilities for customers and colleagues.
Accountabilities
* Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensuring that code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
* Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements, devise solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration and alignment with business objectives.
* Collaboration with peers, participation in code reviews, and promotion of a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
* Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities, protect sensitive data, and ensure secure software solutions.
* Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.
Analyst expectations
* Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
* Partner with other functions and business areas.
* Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
* Escalate breaches of policies/procedures appropriately.
* Take responsibility for embedding new policies/procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
* Advise and influence decision-making within own area of expertise.
* Take ownership of managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulations and codes of conduct.
* Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisation's products, services and processes within the function.
* Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
* Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
* Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
* Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex/sensitive information.
* Act as a contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside the team and external to the organisation.
About you
Key accountabilities and skills required
* Strong application & development skills, including multi-threaded programming and SQL experience.
* Ability to effectively communicate with end-users and other developers in a global, team-based environment.
* Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate thoughts, designs, and implementations in both written and verbal form.
* Results-oriented, self-starter with a positive "can-do" attitude.
All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – their moral compass, helping them do what they believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how they behave.
Benefits
However high you rise at Barclays, they believe all employees should receive a competitive package of core benefits that are flexible to your and your family’s needs. At Barclays, you’ll support customers and clients, and they’ll support you with rewards that will genuinely make a difference.
* Paid holiday and vacation
* Private medical care
* Flexible working
* Voluntary benefits
* Competitive pay
* Disability assurance
* Life assurance
* Retirement planning
Training & development
The Graduate Programme offers immersive experiences, transformative development, and strong support to provide graduates with a solid career foundation. Participants engage in continuous learning through bespoke training and e-learning courses, enhancing their capabilities daily. With meaningful work and dedicated guidance from a line manager and talent coach, graduates are equipped to build long-term careers and develop essential skills.
Career progression
Barclays promotes career progression through development opportunities that extend beyond traditional promotions, offering upskilling support and access to relevant resources. Employees are encouraged to connect across teams and explore new roles, all within a diverse and inclusive environment that supports individual career aspirations while advancing the company’s diversity objectives.
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Sources
The following sources were used in researching this page:
* search.jobs.barclays/graduates
* search.jobs.barclays/wellbeing
* search.jobs.barclays/Evolve
* youtube.com