Senior Developer

Barclays • Hanover Township, NJ

2d

About The Position

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. Embark on a transformative journey as a Senior Developer. At Barclays, our vision is clear –to redefine the future of banking and help craft innovative solutions. At Barclays, our vision is clear – to redefine the future of banking and help craft innovative solutions. We are looking for those who are passionate, forward-thinking, and eager to make a difference. Your unique skills and perspectives will be invaluable in helping us achieve our goals. By joining us, you'll become part of a collaborative and inclusive environment where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Let's work together to create a brighter future for banking and pave the way for transformative growth.

Requirements

• Core Java and Spring Framework and Enterprise Java, SQL, and integration technologies
• Working in distributed, high-performance systems and proficiency in Unix/Linux commands and scripting
• Test automation frameworks for data validation and comparison
• Agile methodologies and SDLC best practices
• Messaging platforms (e.g., Kafka, MQ, TIBCO, Solace)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with distributed caching technologies (Ignite, Redis, Gemfire) and knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)
• Experience with GitLab CI/CD for build and deployment automation
• Experience with Helm charts for application management
• Background in financial services domain, preferably in Trade Processing or Middle Office applications
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and performance tuning (JVM optimization, garbage collection)

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness.
• Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
• Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function.
• Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
• Lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments.
• Identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
• Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
• Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
• Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
• Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Communicate complex information.
• Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right.
• Demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Benefits

• Barclays employees are eligible for a suite of competitive and generous employee benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, and other paid leave for qualifying circumstances.
• This position is eligible for an incentive award.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed