Java Developer

Barclays Bank PLC; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Java Developer, where you will lead the transformation of a large-scale technology platform. This role offers the opportunity to innovate and enhance customer experiences by leveraging cutting-edge technology. You will design and develop high-quality software solutions, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to a culture of technical excellence. With a focus on secure coding practices and effective unit testing, you will play a key role in delivering scalable and maintainable solutions that meet the needs of customers and colleagues alike. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in developing scalable software solutions using Java and Spring Boot.
• Strong understanding of microservices architecture and RESTful APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality software solutions aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements and strategies.

Skills

Spring Boot

Java 18+

RestFul APIs

Microservices Architecture

Job description

Join us as a Java Developer at Barclays, where you'll spearhead the large-scale technology platform transformation, improve customer experience, driving innovation and excellence. You'll harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer & colleague experiences.

To be successful in this role, you should have experience with the following:

• Spring Boot
• Java 18+
• RestFul APIs
• Microservices Architecture

You may be assessed on key critical 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 out of our Knutsford location.

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, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of technical excellence and growth.
• 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.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

• To advise and influence decision-making, contribute to policy development, and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/business divisions.
• Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well-developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, with performance appraisals and reward outcomes.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviors to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviors are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others.
• For individual contributors, they will lead collaborative assignments, guide team members through structured tasks, and identify new directions or methodologies to meet outcomes.
• Consult on complex issues; provide advice to People Leaders to support resolution of escalated issues.
• Identify ways to mitigate risk and develop new policies/procedures supporting control and governance.
• Manage risk and strengthen controls related to their work.
• Perform work closely related to other areas, understanding how they coordinate to achieve organizational objectives.
• Collaborate with other work areas to stay aligned with business strategies.
• Engage in complex data analysis from multiple sources to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively.
• Influence stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

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