Full stack Java REACT Tech Lead

Barclays; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Full Stack Java REACT Technical Lead to drive the design and development of a trading platform. You will work with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions while maintaining a focus on technical leadership and mentoring. This is a key role for someone with extensive skills in both front-end and back-end technologies, ideally with experience in banking or financial IT projects.

Qualifications

• Extensive front-end and back-end skills required.
• Experience in banking or financial IT projects preferred.
• Leadership in agile software development expected.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, scalable, maintainable, and performance-optimized software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements.
• Participate in code reviews and promote technical excellence.

Skills

HTML

CSS

JavaScript

React JS

Redux

Node

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

SQL

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Jira

Bitbucket

Nexus

Confluence

SonarQube

Veracode

GitLab

Maven

NPM

Job description

Join us as a Full Stack Java REACT Technical Lead to drive the technical design and development of a highly available, high-volume, low-latency trading platform supporting the global IB Syndicate business.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Extensive front-end and back-end skills: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React JS, Redux, Node, testing frameworks (e.g., Jest), Java, Spring Boot, JPA, Hibernate, JUnit, Mockito, microservices.
• Strong SQL experience (MS SQL preferred), cloud technologies, messaging tools, and DevOps tools: Jira, Bitbucket, Nexus, Confluence, SonarQube, Veracode, GitLab, Maven, NPM.
• Experience with test-driven development and CI/CD, automated testing platforms (e.g., Cucumber, Selenium).
• Leadership in agile software development, including design, implementation, and deployment.
• Decision-making that influences product design, application functionality, and technical operations.

Additional Valued Skills:

• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent, with knowledge of Object-Oriented Design and Data Structures.
• Experience in banking or financial IT projects.
• Adaptability to new tools, technologies, and methodologies.
• Commitment to industry trends and continuous skill improvement.

This role is based in London.

Purpose of the Role:

Design, develop, and improve software providing business, platform, and technology capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, scalable, maintainable, and performance-optimized software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Participate in code reviews and promote technical excellence.
• Stay updated with industry trends and contribute to technology communities.
• Follow secure coding practices and implement comprehensive unit testing.

Leadership and Management Expectations:

• Contribute to strategy, requirements, and policy development; manage resources and budgets.
• If managing teams, define roles, plan for future needs, and oversee performance and development.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviors: Listen, Energize, Align, Develop.
• Guide technical direction and mentor less experienced staff.
• Advise stakeholders, manage risks, and ensure controls are in place.
• Collaborate across functions and build stakeholder relationships.
• Use analytical skills to develop innovative solutions and support strategic decisions.

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