Barclays UK

DevOps Engineer - AVP


PayCompetitive
LocationWhippany/New Jersey
Employment typeOther

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  • Job Description

      Req#: JR-0000008761

      Embark on a transformative journey as a Senior DevOps Engineer -AVP. At Barclays, our vision is clear –to redefine the future of banking and help craft innovative solution. You will be part of a global Market Risk team with in Risk Finance and Treasury Technology. In this role you will work cross functionally to support other colleagues and stakeholders by developing and supporting wide range of DevOps pipelines.

      To be successful as a DevOps Engineer – AVP, you should:

      • Scripting/Programming in languages like Python, PowerShell, Scala or Java.

      • CI/CD tools like GitLab, TeamCity/Jenkins, Nexus, Nolio, SonarQube etc. and Packaging tools like InstallShield, Wix.

      • Java build tools such as Maven or Gradle.

      • Experience in Linux environments and using Bash scripts, Perl

      • Proficient in using Docker for containerization.

      Other highly valued skills include:

      • Prefer finance industry experience with Market Risk.

      • Experience with infrastructure builds and automation using Chef, Ansible.

      • Ability t0 write optimized SQL queries and analyze DB script/procedure issues

      • Experience with Hadoop, HDFS, Hive, Impala and Zookeeper.

      • Knowledge in monitoring and observability tools such as Elasticsearch, Filebeat.

      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

      This role is located in Whippany, New Jersey.

      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

      • 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.

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