UI React Software Engineer

Barclays; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented UI React Software Engineer to join their Private Bank team in Glasgow. This exciting role involves working on a greenfield project that aims to modernize a mobile-first application used by thousands of clients. You will leverage your expertise in React and TypeScript to develop high-quality software solutions while collaborating with product managers and designers. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills in a dynamic environment, contribute to innovative solutions, and mentor junior team members. If you are passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience with React and TypeScript is essential.
• Mentoring junior peers and collaborating with teams is key.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-quality software solutions with a focus on performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.
• Implement secure coding practices and effective unit testing.

Skills

React

React Testing Library

React Query

TypeScript

Mentoring

Java

AWS

Education

Computing Degree

Job description

Join us as a UI React Software Engineer within our Private Bank area and be involved in a large-scale modernization and build of a best-in-class, mobile-first app used by 10,000 clients. This is a great opportunity to work on a greenfield project using the latest technology and learn from experts.

To be successful as a UI React Software Engineer within this team, you should have:

• Experience with React, React Testing Library, React Query, and TypeScript
• Previous experience in Financial Services or large organizations
• Mentoring junior peers

Additional highly valued skills may include:

• A computing degree
• Exposure to Java
• Experience with cloud providers, ideally AWS

This role will be based at our Glasgow Campus.

Purpose of the role

To design, develop, and improve software, utilizing various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

Accountabilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality software solutions using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools, ensuring code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define requirements, devise solutions, and ensure seamless integration with business objectives.
• Participate in code reviews and promote a culture of quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry trends and innovations, contributing to the organization’s technology communities.
• Follow secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data.
• Implement effective unit testing practices to ensure code quality and reliability.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

• Provide advice on complex issues and support resolution of escalated issues.
• Identify risk mitigation strategies and develop policies supporting control and governance.
• Manage risks and strengthen controls related to your work.
• Coordinate with other areas to contribute to organizational objectives.
• Analyze data from multiple sources to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Communicate complex or sensitive information clearly.
• Influence stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

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