AVP - UI React Software Engineer

Embark on a Transformative Journey: AVP - UI React Software Engineer Opportunity at our Private Bank.

Are you a seasoned UI React Software Engineer looking to make a significant impact on a large-scale, greenfield project? This Assistant Vice President (AVP) role within our Private Bank offers an exceptional opportunity to be at the forefront of a major modernization initiative, building a best-in-class, mobile-first application for 10,000 clients. This is your chance to leverage the latest technologies, learn from industry experts, and shape the future of client engagement.

Key Advantages for Aspiring Candidates:

• Greenfield Project & Latest Technology: Dive into a brand-new project built from the ground up, utilizing cutting-edge React, React Testing Library, React Query, and TypeScript. This is an ideal environment for innovation and skill enhancement.
• Impactful Mobile-First Application: Contribute to a critical mobile application designed to serve a substantial client base, ensuring a seamless and engaging user experience.
• Mentorship & Knowledge Sharing: Benefit from the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and, in turn, mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Financial Services Exposure: Gain invaluable experience within the financial services sector, a dynamic and intellectually stimulating industry.
• Career Advancement: This AVP role signifies a step up in responsibility and leadership, offering a clear path for career progression within a leading financial institution.
• Glasgow Campus Location: Work from our vibrant Glasgow Campus, a hub of innovation and collaboration.

Key Considerations for Your Career Path:

To thrive in this role and maximize your career growth, consider the following:

• Core Technical Prowess: A strong foundation in React, React Testing Library, React Query, and TypeScript is essential. Demonstrating proficiency in these areas will be a primary focus.
• Domain Knowledge: Previous experience in Financial Services or within large, complex organizations will be highly advantageous, allowing you to quickly understand the nuances of the business.
• Leadership & Mentorship: The expectation is to mentor junior peers. If you have a passion for guiding others and developing talent, this role will be particularly rewarding.
• Strategic Thinking: Be prepared to engage with broader concepts such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, strategic thinking, and digital and technology. Your ability to connect technical solutions to business objectives will be crucial.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Success hinges on effective collaboration with product managers, designers, and fellow engineers. Strong communication and teamwork skills are paramount.
• Secure Development Practices: A commitment to secure coding practices is non-negotiable, ensuring the protection of sensitive data and robust software solutions.
• Continuous Learning: The role encourages staying abreast of industry trends and actively contributing to technology communities. A proactive approach to learning will be highly valued.

Valued Additional Skills:

While not strictly required, possessing the following skills will further enhance your candidacy:

• A formal Computing degree.
• Exposure to Java development.
• Hands-on experience with cloud providers, particularly AWS.

The Purpose of the Role & Your Accountabilities:

As an AVP - UI React Software Engineer, your primary objective will be to design, develop, and improve software that delivers critical business, platform, and technology capabilities. Your key accountabilities will include:

• Delivering high-quality, scalable, and performant software solutions using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
• Collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams to define requirements and devise solution strategies.
• Actively participating in code reviews and fostering a culture of quality and knowledge sharing.
• Staying informed about technological advancements and contributing to the organization's technical growth.
• Adhering to stringent security standards and implementing comprehensive unit testing.

Assistant Vice President Expectations:

Beyond technical contributions, this role requires a proactive and strategic approach:

• Providing expert consultation on complex issues and advising leadership.
• Identifying and mitigating risks, developing new policies and procedures to strengthen controls.
• Taking ownership of risk management and control enhancements.
• Understanding how your work integrates with and contributes to broader organizational objectives.
• Engaging in complex data analysis from diverse sources to solve problems creatively.
• Communicating complex information clearly and effectively to various stakeholders.
• Influencing stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who embody the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and who actively demonstrate the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive. If you are a forward-thinking engineer ready to contribute to a significant digital transformation and advance your career, we encourage you to explore this exciting prospect.