Overview
At Barclays Bank PLC, we are dedicated to providing exceptional financial solutions that meet the needs of our customers and communities. Our commitment to excellence drives us to continuously improve our products, services, and processes. We believe in empowering our employees to achieve their full potential and contribute to our success.
Job Role
We are seeking an experienced Java Lead to play a key role in our large-scale technology platform transformation. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and improvement of software that delivers business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. Key responsibilities include:
* Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define software requirements, develop solution strategies, and ensure seamless integration with business objectives.
* Leading a team performing complex tasks, including development, delivery, and maintenance of high-quality software solutions.
* Cultivating a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing among peers, participating in code reviews, and promoting best practices.
* Staying informed of industry technology trends and innovations, contributing to the organization's technology communities, and fostering a culture of technical excellence and growth.
* Ensuring adherence to secure coding practices, protecting sensitive data, and implementing effective unit testing practices.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate should be able to:
* Demonstrate strong leadership skills, collaborating closely with other functions/business divisions.
* Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well-developed professional knowledge and skills.
* Cultivate a culture of technical excellence and growth, staying informed of industry technology trends and innovations.
* Develop and maintain high-quality software solutions, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and performance optimization.
* Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among peers, promoting a culture of code quality and best practices.