Technology Analyst

Aplaro Ltd; New Jersey; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays Services Corp. seeks Technology Analyst in Whippany, NJ. Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Prototype financial models with Quants and Trading Desk developers in a Rapid Application Mode.

Responsibilities include analyzing, developing and operationalizing complete computer systems, evaluating existing systems, and optimizing processes to meet user needs.

Qualifications

• In-depth technical knowledge and experience in software engineering.
• Ability to lead or supervise a team and guide professional development.
• Strong understanding of design, implementation and testing practices.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers and engineers to align with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems.
• Prototype financial models with Quants and Trading Desk developers.
• Analyze, develop, and operationalize complete computer systems.
• Evaluate existing systems and suggest changes to meet requirements.
• Identify data, hardware, or software components needed to meet users’ needs.

Skills

Software development

Code reviews

Secure coding practices

Unit testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Job Description 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 work and 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.

What will you be doing?

Barclays Services Corp. seeks Technology Analyst in Whippany, NJ (multiple positions available): Design and develop solutions to complex applications problems, system administration issues, or network concerns. Prototype financial models working closely with Quants and Trading Desk developers collocated on the trading floor in a Rapid Application Mode adjusting to the changing requirements based on market and client conditions. Analyze, develop, and operationalize complete computer systems. Evaluate existing systems to determine effectiveness and suggest changes to meet organizational requirements. Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet users’ needs. Optimize systems and applications and perform analysis to improve processes. Develop intuitive user interfaces for applications. Install, test and maintain existing and new systems. Identify system data, hardware, or software components required to meet user needs. Research, test, or verify proper functioning of software patches and fixes. Perform