Job Description

Join us as a Application Engineer - Python/SQL Developer at Barclays, responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Location Strategy projects to plan, budget, agreed quality and governance standards. You'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You will harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionise our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences.


To be successful as an Application Engineer - Python/SQL Developer you should have experience with:

Around 4+ years of overall experience in software development using Python and SQL based technologies. Excellent knowledge and hands-on experience with Python based development primarily focused on back-end developments involving high volume data processing. Should have good understanding of database design, stored procedures with the ability to understand and write complex SQL queries. Preferably RDBMS systems like SQL Server, Oracle, MySQL. Good knowledge about various operating systems like Unix/Linux and Windows. Sound understanding about various scripting languages like Perl and Shell. Exceptional debugging skills to understand existing implementations and troubleshoot issues in timely manner. Expertise in working on technology migration projects and flexibility to work on different technologies as per project requirements. Experience working in agile environment and strong understanding of system development lifecycle Good knowledge on Release, Deployment and Change management process. Experience with CI and build tools such as GitLab, Jenkins, Nolio. Ability to understand, analyze & document complex processes, features and stories. Demonstrated ability to communicate technical solutions clearly to management, business users, business analysts/data analysts and technology teams. Ability to handle critical and complex project initiatives individually and along with the team. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication.

Some other highly valued skills include:

Master's or Bachelor's Degree (preferably in Computer Science/Engineering). Knowledge about Investment Banking / Compliance domain will be a strong advantage. Knowhow about cloud platforms and services like AWS is an added advantage. Experience in large IT organizations, supporting mission critical complex systems utilizing various technologies and heavy reliance on batch processing. Highly self-motivated with a confidence do the right thing attitude. Excellent attention to detail, self-starter with demonstrable initiative. Team player, co-operative, and able to work in a large team across multiple locations and time zones. Ability to work independently, multi-task, and deliver results.

You may be assessed on 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.


This role is based in Pune.

Purpose of the role

To design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues.

Accountabilities

Development and delivery of high-quality software solutions by 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 and alignment with business objectives. Collaboration with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. Stay informed of industry technology trends and innovations and actively contribute to the organization's technology communities to foster a culture of 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

To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L - Listen and be authentic, E - Energise and inspire, A - Align across the enterprise, D - Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate. Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area. Partner with other functions and business areas. Takes responsibility for end results of a team's operational processing and activities. Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation. Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct. Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function. Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail. Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents. Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information. Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation.

All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship - our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset - to Empower, Challenge and Drive - the operating manual for how we behave.