Lead Engineer

Barclays; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays in Pune is seeking a Lead Engineer to spearhead delivery of the technology stack, collaborating with engineers, business analysts and stakeholders to translate requirements into high-quality software solutions.

The role emphasizes strong analytical skills, leadership in small teams, and deep hands-on practice with Java, REST APIs, cloud platforms, and modern development tools, while applying secure coding and robust testing practices.

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Java JDK 17+ and REST APIs (OpenApi).
• Proficiency in Angular, React JS, JavaScript and HTML; JUnit 5, integration & acceptance testing.
• Experience with TDD and cloud platforms, preferably AWS or OpenShift.
• Hands-on with AI-assisted development tools (Copilot, Claude Code, GitLab Duo).
• Solid JavaScript/TypeScript skills with Gradle (Kotlin DSL preferred).
• Experience with Docker, CI/CD (Bitbucket, Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus).
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and container orchestration and Kafka.
• Knowledge of Spark and Elasticsearch in data analytics contexts.

Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver and maintain scalable software solutions across the tech stack.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements and align with business goals.
• Participate in code reviews, promote code quality and knowledge sharing, and stay updated on tech trends.
• Ensure secure coding practices and implement unit tests for reliability and maintainability.

Skills

Java JDK 17+

REST/OpenApi

JavaScript/TypeScript

CI/CD

TDD

Cloud AWS/OpenShift

React

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

Spark/Elasticsearch

Leadership/Mentoring

Tools

OpenShift

AWS

Gradle

Jenkins

Bitbucket

SonarQube

Nexus Repository

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

At Barclays, we don’t just adapt to the future – we shape it. Embark on a transformative journey as Lead Engineer , where you'll spearhead the delivery of the technology stack, using strong analytical and problem-solving skills to understand the business requirements and deliver quality solutions coming up with the process design of the Foundational / Consolidated and Business data Products. You will be working on complex technical problems that will involve detailed analytical skills and analysis. This will be done in conjunction with fellow engineers, business analysts, and business stakeholders.

To be successful as a Lead Engineer, you should have experience with:

• Strong hands‑on experience in Java JDK 17+ & REST (Open Api).
• Proficiency in Angular, React JS, Java scripting and HTML & J Unit 5, Integration testing and Acceptance Testing and associated libraries.
• Strong exposure of TDD software development practices.
• Experience working with cloud platforms, especially AWS or OpenShift.
• Practical knowledge and hands‑on experience with AI-powered development tools such as Copilot, Claude Code, and GitLab Duo.
• Strong JavaScript and/or TypeScript skills with proficiency in React & experience using Gradle, ideally with Kotlin DSL.
• Proficiency with Docker & CI/CD automation experience (Bitbucket, Jenkins, SonarQube, Nexus Repository) & understanding of container orchestration technologies such as Kubernetes.
• Experience with data messaging platforms like Apache Kafka.
• Familiarity with data analytics platforms and tools such as Spark and Elasticsearch & Scrum Master experience.

Some Other Highly Valued Skills May Include

• A self-starter with good communication & and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, including mentoring or leading small development teams.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

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.

The location of the role is Pune, IN.

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.

Vice President Expectations

• To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and elevate breaches of policies/procedures..
• If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department’s future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements..
• 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 will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi‑year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions..
• Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment.
• Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda.
• Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does.
• Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business.
• Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies.
• Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In‑depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions.
• Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes.
• Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes.

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.