Software Engineer - AVP
Not Specified
I.T. & Communications
Annual
Permanent
Location: Radbroke, Glasgow, or Northampton (Hybrid Model, 2 days onsite)Overall Purpose of the Role:We are looking for a highly skilled Full Stack Software Engineer to join Barclays' Wholesale Lending Technology team. You will play a key role in enhancing a high-impact, enterprise-scale application that supports Barclays' participation in syndicated loan and bond issuance for major global clients.This is a hands-on, full stack development role within a dynamic Agile environment. You'll work across the entire technology stack-MS SQL, Java/Spring Boot, and ReactJS-owning features end-to-end or collaborating on large-scale enhancements, including mobile UI components. The role is ideal for an experienced engineer passionate about delivering robust, scalable applications in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting.Key Accountabilities:
- Full Stack Development: Deliver high-quality, scalable software using Java (Spring Boot) and MS SQL, with a focus on continuous improvement, clean code, and automation.
- Agile Collaboration: Participate in Agile ceremonies (sprints, scrums), working closely with cross-functional teams, including QA, Product Owners, and Dev Managers, to deliver well-defined features.
- Feature Ownership: Take end-to-end responsibility for smaller enhancements or contribute to larger team-led initiatives including mobile UI and performance optimizations.
- Testing & CI/CD: Write and maintain automated tests using tools like Cucumber and Selenium. Contribute to deployment pipelines using Jira, Bitbucket, Maven, GitLab, and Nexus.
- Tech Enablement & Cloud Exposure: Build services with containerisation and messaging tools (Kafka, Solace), while gaining exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
- Strong front-end development experience using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ReactJS, and Redux
- Proven back-end experience with Java, Spring Boot, JPA, Hibernate, Microservices
- Solid database experience with SQL (preferably MS SQL)
- Familiarity with test-driven development and test frameworks like Cucumber and Selenium
- Working knowledge of DevOps tools including Jira, GitLab, Maven, Bitbucket, Nexus, Confluence, and SonarQube
- Agile environment experience with sprints, scrums, and feature-based delivery
- Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and messaging tools (Kafka, Solace)
- Experience with containerisation ( Docker, Kubernetes)
- Background in financial services or enterprise-grade applications
- Understanding of SDLC and web application architecture
- Pension Plan (after 12 weeks on assignment)
- Holiday Pay
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Discounts at various high street shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues
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