Senior Software Engineer - Lead Secure, Scalable Java Apps

Barclays; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Knutsford. You will design, develop, and enhance software solutions using Java and modern methodologies to provide exemplary business capabilities. Key responsibilities include high-quality software delivery, collaborative project guidance, and adherence to secure coding practices. Candidates should have a strong foundation in software architecture and team leadership skills, along with a commitment to engineering excellence. This role demands the ability to mentor and guide teams towards achieving their objectives.

Qualifications

• Excellent hands-on coding ability with Java and automation testing.
• Expertise in software architecture and secure coding practices.
• Ability to mentor and lead teams effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define software requirements.
• Implement secure coding practices to protect sensitive data.

Skills

Java (Spring Boot, REST APIs)

Software code architecture

Feature team leadership

Full-stack knowledge (React, Angular)

Problem-solving skills

Job description

A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer in Knutsford. You will design, develop, and enhance software solutions using Java and modern methodologies to provide exemplary business capabilities. Key responsibilities include high-quality software delivery, collaborative project guidance, and adherence to secure coding practices. Candidates should have a strong foundation in software architecture and team leadership skills, along with a commitment to engineering excellence. This role demands the ability to mentor and guide teams towards achieving their objectives.