VP - Java Fullstack Technical Lead

Barclays; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in financial technology as a Java Fullstack Technical Lead, where you'll significantly contribute to the Integrated Financial Crime Program. This pivotal role emphasizes software design, development, and collaboration, fostering innovation and ensuring regulatory compliance within a dynamic team environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with Java/Spring Boot and full-stack development.
• Proficiency in state management and RESTful APIs.
• Understanding of CI/CD and containerization practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-quality software solutions.
• Collaborate with various teams to integrate solutions.
• Implement secure coding practices and unit testing.

Skills

Full-stack development

Backend server development

Event-driven communication

RESTful APIs development

State management

Microservices

Job description

Join our dynamic Technology team as a Java Fullstack Technical Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of financial crime prevention through the transformative "Integrated Financial Crime Program". This multi-year group-wide initiative is designed to strengthen regulatory compliance, streamline client interactions via unified infrastructure, and drive operational efficiency through cutting-edge technological advancements.

The ideal candidate would be an experienced Senior Java Fullstack Engineer with a passion for transitioning into architecture, ready to apply technical expertise to strategic system design.

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience in full-stack development with expertise in building dynamic, responsive, and reusable components
• Experience working on Enterprise Case Management Lifecycle applications involving backend server builds in Java or C++
• Experience with Kafka or other message brokers for event-driven communication
• Proficiency in developing RESTful APIs and microservices using Java Spring Boot, with a strong understanding of Spring Framework (e.g., Spring MVC, Spring Security, Spring Data)
• Strong knowledge of state management (e.g., Redux, Context API) and React hooks, with experience integrating frontend with backend services

Other highly valued skills may include:

• Basic understanding of Camunda BPM for workflow orchestration and process automation, familiarity with BPMN 2.0 for designing workflows
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI) and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of unit testing and integration testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Mockito, Jest, React Testing Library)

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 skills, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role will be based out of 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

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools, ensuring code is scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance.
• Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define requirements, devise solutions, and ensure seamless integration with business objectives.
• Participate in code reviews, promote a culture of quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry trends and actively contribute to technology communities.
• Adhere to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect data.
• Implement effective unit testing practices to ensure code quality and reliability.

Vice President Expectations

• Contribute to strategy, drive requirements, and make recommendations for change; manage resources, budgets, and policies.
• If managing a team, define roles, plan for future needs, and lead performance and development discussions.
• Demonstrate leadership behaviors: Listen and be authentic, Energize and inspire, Align across the enterprise, Develop others.
• For individual contributors, guide technical direction, lead assignments, and mentor less experienced staff.
• Advise stakeholders, manage risks, and ensure controls are in place.
• Collaborate across functions, build relationships, and develop innovative solutions.

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.