Avaloq Developer

Barclays; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays in Pune seeks an experienced Avaloq Developer to design, develop and enhance software for our banking platforms, leveraging Avaloq or other core banking solutions. You will collaborate with product managers and engineers to deliver high-quality solutions aligned with business objectives.

The role emphasizes secure coding, unit testing and governance, with strong analytical and communication skills required. A CS/Engineering degree is preferred, and the position is based in Pune.

Qualifications

• Experience with Avaloq or other core banking solutions (e.g., Finacle, T24, BaNCS)
• Software development lifecycle
• Experience with Jira, Confluence, Visio, ServiceNow and Agile is advantageous
• In-depth knowledge of financial services and complex banking environments
• Strong knowledge of banking applications: security trading, order management, settlement, corporate actions, credit, payments
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Masters or Bachelors in Computer Science/Engineering preferred

Responsibilities

• Design and develop software using industry-standard languages, frameworks and tools; ensure scalability and performance
• Collaborate with product managers, designers and engineers to define requirements and align with business goals
• Participate in code reviews and promote code quality and knowledge sharing
• Stay updated on technology trends and contribute to internal tech communities
• Adhere to secure coding practices and implement unit tests for reliability

Skills

Banking products

Avaloq

SDLC

Jira & Confluence

ServiceNow

Agile

Financial services knowledge

Banking modules

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Masters or Bachelors in Computer Science/Engineering

Tools

Oracle PL/SQL

Avaloq

UNIX

Agile Central

Jira

SVN

Job description

Join us as an Avaloq Developer at Barclays, responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Location Strategy projects to plan, budget, agreed quality and governance standards. You'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You will harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences.

To be successful as an Avaloq Developer you should have experience with:

• Working knowledge on any banking products. Experience with Avaloq or alternatively in other core banking solutions (e.g. Finacle, T24, BaNCS etc.)
• Software development lifecycle.
• Good to have working knowledge of JIRA, Confluence, Visio, Service Now and Agile.
• In depth knowledge of and proven track record in financial services industry working in complex business and architecture environment.
• Excellent overall knowledge of banking application and in depth knowledge of several of the functional modules like security trading, order management, settlement, corporate actions, credit, payments etc.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Masters or Bachelors Degree (preferably in Computer Science/Engineering)

Some other highly valued skills may include:

• Hands on experience in application development experience, of Oracle PL/SQL in banking applications/ products (Avaloq knowledge would be an added advantage).
• Experience in large IT organisation working in a support environment, supporting mission critical complex systems utilizing a large number of technologies and heavy reliance on batch processing.
• Oracle PL/SQL / Avaloq script Knowledge of UNIX, Agile Central, Jira and SVN.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

This role is based in Pune.

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.

Analyst Expectations

• To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise
• They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources.
• If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others.
• OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities.
• Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately.
• Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation.
• Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your workand areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function.
• Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail.
• Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents.
• Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information.
• Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.