Overview

Senior Software Engineer role with Barclays, in collaboration with hackajob. You will drive the development of high-quality, scalable software solutions that enhance the customer experience and power the business forward. The team focuses on technology-driven initiatives including cloud computing (AWS, Azure), AI/ML, GenAI use cases, and DevOps automation to transform the future. You’ll be part of a global tech community with structured career development, internal mobility, and investment in learning & development. You’ll collaborate on cutting-edge technologies like React, Java, Golang, TypeScript, and AWS, building solutions that accelerate developer workflows with AI. We welcome candidates from all industries who are passionate about technology and want to apply their skills at scale.

In This Role, You Will

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver customer-centric solutions.
• Lead the development of reliable, scalable applications.
• Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure high code quality through best practices and code reviews.
• Stay current with emerging technologies to drive innovation.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need the following:

• Excelling in at least one core language: TypeScript/React/Angular, Golang, or Python.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to simplify complex concepts.
• Ownership mindset and commitment to engineering excellence.
• Experience mentoring and guiding engineering teams.
• Clear communication across technical and business audiences.
• Ability to shape solutions that align with strategic goals.
• Confidence navigating and integrating multiple systems.

Other Highly Valued Skills Include

• Expertise in software architecture, design patterns, and secure coding best practices.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proficiency in SQL/NoSQL databases and version control systems like Git.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide projects and teams.
• Adaptability to new technologies and evolving project needs.
• Ability to optimise performance and design user-friendly, intuitive applications.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills.

Location: The successful candidate can be based in Knutsford (Radbroke Hall) or Glasgow Campus.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology

Industries: Software Development