2027 Technology Developer Graduate Programme London

Barclays; Greater London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays in London is seeking graduates for its Expert Programme, a 1-year fast-track designed to build depth and breadth in software development. You will learn by doing, participate in bespoke training, and work on systems used across Barclays.

You may work with technologies including Java, C++, C#, Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript, containers, DevOps, cloud, machine learning, scripting and real-time systems. The role is based in Canary Wharf, London.

Qualifications

• Motivated with a strong degree or expected degree achieved by June 2027.
• Genuine interest in technology with strong problem-solving skills and drive to deliver innovative solutions.
• Barclays may sponsor skilled worker visas for eligible candidates to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and improve software using industry-aligned languages, frameworks and tools.
• Ensure code is scalable, maintainable and optimized for performance.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers and engineers to define requirements and strategies.
• Promote code quality through reviews and knowledge sharing.
• Adhere to secure coding practices and implement unit testing.

Skills

Strong problem-solving skills

Drive to deliver innovative solutions

Education

Bachelor's degree (strong or expected)

Tools

Java

C++

C#

Python

SQL

JavaScript/TypeScript

containers

DevOps

cloud

machine learning

scripting

real-time systems

Job description

Purpose of the role

To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our 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

To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.

Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise.

Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.

They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.

If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard.

• L - Listen and be authentic
• E - Energise and inspire
• A - Align across the enterprise
• D - Develop others

OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.

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 / procedure 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 for 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, regulation and codes of conduct.

Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations 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 contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

Values & Mindset

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right.

They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.

If you're a recent graduate or soon-to-be graduate, join us and unlock a world of carefully curated experiences, knowledge, and connections to shape your career.

Along the way, you can expect all the training and support you need to make your mark on the world.

Put simply, we'll empower you to help determine how we do things and where we go next.

Our graduates are a vital part of our success, and we welcome applications from people from all walks of life.

Whoever you are and wherever you want to join us, if you're curious, creative, and ambitious, this is a world in which you can truly belong.

The Expert Programme

You’ll join our expert programme, a 1 year targeted, fast-track programme designed to give you depth and breadth of experience.

Participating in job-based bespoke training from the start enabling you to go fully-equipped into your role as you develop specialist technical expertise.

Why the Technology Developer programme?

As a Developer, you'll help design, build, test and maintain systems used across Barclays.

This is more than writing code; you'll play a role in solving complex problems for clients and customers.

You may work with technologies including Java, C++, C#, Python, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript, containers, DevOps, cloud, machine learning, scripting and real-time systems.

Requirements

To be considered for this opportunity, you'll be motivated with a strong degree or expected degree achieved before June 2027.

You’ll also bring a genuine interest in technology, strong problem-solving skills and the drive to deliver innovative solutions.

Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK and will provide a skilled worker visa for successful applicants if they meet the Home Office's eligibility criteria for a skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants who are not eligible to receive a skilled worker visa, and who we are therefore unable to secure a skilled worker visa for, will be required to have their own legal right to work in the UK on a full-time basis from August 2027 to August 2028.

Working In London

If you love the buzz of city life, our global HQ is the place to be. Our London hub is in Canary Wharf, at the heart of London’s financial district. Here, you won’t just be perfectly placed to explore the nation’s capital; you’ll be in a place where you can explore the many functions and opportunities of a global financial giant.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

Closing Date

The closing date for applications is 25 September 2026.

About Our Culture

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.