About The Company
Barclays is a leading global financial services provider with a rich history of innovation and excellence in banking. Committed to delivering exceptional financial solutions, Barclays serves millions of customers worldwide through a comprehensive range of banking, investment, and wealth management services. The company prides itself on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment that encourages continuous learning, innovation, and professional growth. With a focus on technology-driven solutions, Barclays is at the forefront of digital transformation in the financial industry, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
About The Role
Embark on a transformative journey as a Vice President Full Stack Developer at Barclays. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence one of the company’s most critical trading platforms, working closely with front-office stakeholders to design and deliver high-performance, scalable solutions. As a key member of the engineering team, you will leverage your deep expertise in UI performance optimization, real-time data streaming, and low-latency transaction processing. You will be responsible for developing innovative features that directly impact revenue generation, client growth, and business outcomes. The role provides end-to-end ownership of complex projects, significant exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to make a measurable impact from day one.
In this position, you will champion engineering excellence through
automation, comprehensive
testing strategies, CI/CD best practices, and quality engineering principles. Your contributions will ensure r
apid, reliable, and high-quality delivery of features, supporting Barclays’ commitment to technological innovation and operational excellence. The role is based in Whippany, NJ, and offers a competitive salary range, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional development.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background with expertise in modern
web and
backend technologies. Proven experience in
Angular,
TypeScript,
Java, and the Spring ecosystem is essential, with a demonstrated ability to build responsive, scalable, and intuitive front-office
applications suitable for demanding trading environments. Deep knowledge of UI performance engineering, including advanced state management, real-time data streaming, and rendering optimization, is required to process and visualize high-volume transactions with minimal latency.
Hands-on experience with real-time messaging and event-driven architectures such as
WebSocket, Kafka, and Solace is highly valued. Candidates should have a solid understanding of RESTful
API design,
security, scalability, and interoperability across distributed systems. Familiarity with enterprise data grid frameworks like AG Grid, and exposure to electronic trading platforms and c
apital markets, will be advantageous. Strong collaboration skills, strategic thinking, and a passion for
automation and engineering excellence are critical for success in this role.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and maintain high-performance, scalable full-stack applications that support real-time trading workflows.
- Optimize UI performance through efficient state management, rendering techniques, and real-time data visualization.
- Implement and maintain real-time messaging systems using WebSocket, Kafka, and Solace to ensure seamless data flow and low latency.
- Build and enhance RESTful APIs, ensuring they meet performance, security, and scalability requirements.
- Champion automation, testing, and CI/CD practices to enable continuous integration and delivery of high-quality software.
- Collaborate with front-office stakeholders, traders, and product teams to translate complex business requirements into innovative technical solutions.
- Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge sharing to foster engineering excellence.
- Lead or contribute to strategic initiatives aimed at improving platform stability, scalability, and performance.
- Stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends, integrating relevant innovations into the development process.
Benefits
Barclays offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with a 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, and paid leave for various circumstances. The company also provides opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and career advancement. Additionally, Barclays promotes a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and wellness programs. The position is also eligible for performance-based incentive awards, recognizing your contributions to the organization’s success.
Equal Opportunity
Barclays is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and excellence, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential.