Java Backend Developer

Join us as a Java Backend Developer at Barclays, responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Location Strategy projects to plan, budget, agreed quality, and governance standards. Spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. Harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionize our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences. To be successful as a Java Backend Developer, you should have experience with Java8 Collections, Lambda, and functional programming. Should have extensive hands-on experience working with Microservices, Spring Boot, core, transaction, AOP, etc. Understanding of KAFKA and Distributed caches is preferred. Basic SQL and SQL programming knowledge is required. Other highly valued skills may include good analytical and programming skills. You may be assessed on key critical skills relevant for success in the role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role is based in Pune. 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: - Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions 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 with business objectives. - Collaboration with peers, participation in code reviews, and promotion of a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. - Staying informed of industry technology trends and innovations and contributing to the organization's technology communities to foster 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. 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. - Lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements, and coordinating team resources. - Impact the work of related teams within the area and partner with other functions and business areas. - Take responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities. Escalate breaches of policies/procedures appropriately. - Advise and influence decision-making within the area of expertise. - Take ownership for managing risk, strengthening controls, and delivering work in line with relevant rules, regulations, and codes of conduct. - Develop technical expertise in the work area and act as an advisor where appropriate. - Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of organizational objectives. All colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. They should also demonstrate the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive - the operating manual for behavioral expectations.,