Overview

Barclays Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom – VP Senior Etrading Java Developer - Rates

Join us as a Senior Etrading Java developer and be part of a key project for our Rates Business. This multiyear greenfield project focuses on building a next-generation eTrading platform that will redefine speed, scalability, and reliability in financial markets.

Responsibilities

• Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools. Ensure 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 alignment with business objectives.
• Collaborate with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing.
• Stay informed of industry technology trends and contribute to the organisation’s technology communities to foster technical excellence.
• Adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data.
• Implementation of effective unit testing practices to ensure proper code design, readability, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in Java low-latency programming.
• Experience building enterprise-scale desktop and/or web applications within the investment banking domain.
• Knowledge and experience of software development and collaboration.
• Tooling including Git, Bitbucket, Confluence, JIRA, etc.

Highly valued skills

• Ability to comprehend, implement, and influence complex problems with an analytical approach.
• Proficiency with Kafka and working knowledge of UNIX platforms.
• Familiarity with Agile Development methodologies, Test Driven Development, and Continuous Delivery.

Location

Glasgow Campus

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Banking and Financial Services