Senior Software Engineer / Architect

As a Senior Software Engineer/Architect at Barclays within the Chief Information Security Office, you will play a pivotal role in executing transformation initiatives that contribute to the future of banking and help craft innovative solutions. Your primary responsibility will be to deliver technology solutions for an integrated desktop, providing digital and systematic workflows, and data & analytics across the end-to-end sales journey. It is essential to possess a considerable technical background with design and delivery experience, especially in Java development and container technologies like microservices and messaging protocols such as Kafka. You will be expected to work closely with a global team to implement coding standards and best practices for software development, ensuring compliance with processes like unit testing and continuous integration. Your role will also involve collaborating with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements and devise solution strategies aligned with business objectives. Moreover, you will be required to stay informed of industry technology trends, contribute to the organization's technology communities, and promote a culture of technical excellence and growth. To excel in this role, you should have experience as a functional architect with a validated ability to produce, convey, and drive a strategic vision. Proficiency in requirements assessment, software design, and investigating production incidents will be crucial. Additionally, familiarity with user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design guidelines, as well as knowledge of cloud, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and BPM, will be highly valued. Risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, and strategic thinking are key critical skills that will be assessed for success in this role. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $170,000 to $230,000, and eligible employees will receive a suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401(k), life insurance, and other paid leave. If you are looking to embark on a transformative journey in software engineering and architecture, this role at Barclays in Whippany, NJ office might be the perfect opportunity for you.,