Software Engineer BA4

About Barclays

Be a part of a place where challenges are measured in billions, qubits and nanoseconds. Build your career in an environment where we’re advancing machine learning, leveraging blockchains, and harnessing FinTech. Working in Barclays technology, you’ll reimagine possibilities: learning and innovating to solve the challenges ahead, delivering for millions of customers. We are shaping the future of financial technology. Why not join us and make it happen here?

About the Role

We are looking for a BA4 Software Engineer with 3–4 years of relevant experience in developing and supporting enterprise-grade applications. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in Java, J2EE, and Spring Boot, along with a good understanding of API development and integration patterns. Exposure to modern engineering practices and a basic understanding of AI technologies will be advantageous.

The purpose of this role is to design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain enterprise applications using Java technologies.
• Build and enhance RESTful APIs and microservices using Spring Boot.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, architects, and engineering teams to deliver scalable solutions.
• Participate in code reviews and ensure adherence to engineering standards and best practices.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Contribute to application performance optimization, security, and reliability.
• Support CI/CD and DevOps practices throughout the software delivery lifecycle.

Mandatory Skills

1. Java, J2EE & Spring Boot Development

• Strong hands-on experience in Core Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, and related frameworks.
• Experience building scalable and maintainable enterprise applications.

2. API Development & Integration

• Experience designing, developing, and consuming REST APIs.
• Understanding of API security concepts, authentication, authorization, and integration patterns.

3. Enterprise Application Development

• Experience working on large-scale enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with application architecture, design patterns, exception handling, logging, and performance optimization.

4. Agile Skill

• Good experience in Agile delivery.
• Ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum teams.

Good-to-Have Skills

1. Basic AI Knowledge

• Understanding of AI/ML concepts, Generative AI, LLMs, or AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot).

2. Microservices Architecture

• Experience in designing and supporting microservices-based solutions.

3. Cloud Exposure

• Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP services and cloud-native development practices.

4. DevOps & CI/CD

• Knowledge of Jenkins, GitHub Actions, SonarQube, Docker, Kubernetes, or similar tools.

5. Database Knowledge

• Experience with SQL databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL, SQL Server) and basic NoSQL concepts.

Experience

• 3–4 years of relevant experience in software engineering and application development.
• Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale software solutions.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in Agile/Scrum teams.
• Passion for learning new technologies and continuous improvement.

Accountabilities

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools.
• Cross-functional collaboration with product managers, designers, and other engineers.
• Participation in code reviews and promotion of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Staying informed of industry technology trends and contributing to technology communities.
• Adherence to secure coding practices and implementation of effective unit testing.

Analyst Expectations

• Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard, consistently driving continuous improvement.
• Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in the assigned area of expertise.
• Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise.
• Develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate.
• Partner with other functions and business areas.
• Take responsibility for managing risk and strengthening controls.
• Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with 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.

Barclays Values and Mindset

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.