AVP -Java Developer

Join us as a Java Developer at Barclays for design and development of Delta1 Algorithmic Trading platform, which is used for the execution of in-house trading algorithms. As a Barclays Developer within Delta1 Trading Technology, you will join a team focused on building and enhancing trading algorithms across the equities and derivatives asset classes, helping us deliver on the business strategy in the region. The role will focus on analyzing, designing, and development of industry-leading trading systems, Back-testing of trading algorithms for reliability & returns, participate in code reviews and architectural decisions and mentor junior developers. In this role, you will interact with Front Office Trading and the platform's stakeholders. You must be able to understand the requirements and proactively participate in ongoing product enhancement discussions with the stakeholders and provide informed inputs to help shape and evolve those discussions. You will also  liaise with the senior IT leadership functions for discussions on the project, the product, ongoing work streams and participate in the discussions on strategic evolution of the platform. Participate in code reviews, support the implementation of new algorithms, and enhance existing ones.

To be successful in this role, you must have below:

Essential Skills/Basic Qualifications:

• Excellent Java experience, programming skills for developing trading applications

• Excellent experience of developing Order and Execution management systems, multithreaded server applications, and performance tuning techniques on Linux & Java

• Good scripting skills using Python, Bash or similar

• Experienced working in a Linux environment

• Strong understanding of concepts such as data structures, algorithms and design patterns

• A degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or an equivalent stream.
  
  Desirable skills/Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in working in the Investment banking, working directly with Traders and Desk Heads

• Experience in algo development

• Experienced Java developer, preferably having knowledge of C++ as well
  Advanced knowledge of Linux , expertise in computer networks, computer architecture, and operating systems

• Familiarity with Agile software development methodology

This role is based in Hong Kong.

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.

Barclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific, and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time

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.

Assistant Vice President Expectations

• To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions.
• Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance relative to objectives and determination of reward outcomes
• 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 will lead collaborative assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes.
• Consult on complex issues; providing advice to People Leaders to support the resolution of escalated issues.
• Identify ways to mitigate risk and developing new policies/procedures in support of the control and governance agenda.
• Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work done.
• Perform work that is closely related to that of other areas, which requires understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function.
• Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy.
• Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information, internal and external sources such as procedures and practises (in other areas, teams, companies, etc).to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Communicate complex information. 'Complex' information could include sensitive information or information that is difficult to communicate because of its content or its audience.
• Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes.

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.