Join Barclays as an Engineer Lead, where you'll be responsible for implementing new technologies and experimenting with emerging platforms. This role is part of an Innovation Hub in Glasgow, focused on working with cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- Proficient Java development skills
- Experience with cloud technology platforms
- Front-end and back-end development experience
- Leadership skills
Other highly valued skills may include:
- Exposure to AI and Machine Learning
- Experience experimenting with new and emerging platforms
- Familiarity with Agile development techniques
You may be assessed on key skills such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology skills relevant to the role.
This role is based in Glasgow.
Purpose of the role
To design, develop, and improve software using various engineering methodologies that provide business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.
Accountabilities
- Develop and deliver high-quality software solutions using industry-standard programming languages, frameworks, and tools, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance.
- Collaborate with product managers, designers, and engineers to define requirements, devise solutions, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
- Participate in code reviews and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
- Stay informed of industry trends and contribute to technology communities to foster technical excellence.
- 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
- Set strategy, drive requirements, and recommend changes; plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and improve processes.
- Manage teams by defining roles, planning for future needs, coaching employees, and influencing operations in line with strategic priorities.
- Demonstrate leadership behaviors to create an environment for colleagues to thrive, including listening, inspiring, aligning, and developing others.
- Guide technical direction as a subject matter expert, leading multi-year projects and mentoring less experienced staff.
- Advise stakeholders and senior management on functional and cross-functional impacts.
- Manage risks and strengthen controls related to team activities.
- Collaborate across functions to stay aligned with business strategies.
- Develop innovative solutions through analytical thinking and extensive research.
- Build and maintain trusting relationships with stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
All colleagues are expected to embody the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive.