Software Engineer

Role summary

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Barclays is seeking a Software Engineer in Glasgow to design, develop, test and maintain reliable software supporting banking products and services. The role typically requires professional experience in software development, proficiency in languages such as Java, Python, C#, or similar, and familiarity with databases, APIs, version control and automated testing. Experience with Agile delivery, cloud platforms, DevOps practices and secure coding is advantageous. Candidates should be analytical, collaborative and comfortable working with engineers, product owners and business stakeholders. The successful applicant will be expected to produce high-quality, maintainable code, contribute to technical design, investigate issues, follow Barclays engineering and security standards, and continuously improve systems and delivery processes.

About the employer

Barclays is a major British banking and financial services group headquartered in London, with operations across the United Kingdom and international markets. The company provides personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth management, lending, payments and financial technology services. Its workforce includes technology, operations, risk, finance and client-facing professionals. Barclays invests significantly in digital banking, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, data and software engineering to improve customer experiences and modernise its banking infrastructure. Glasgow is one of the bank’s important UK technology and operations locations, offering opportunities to work on large-scale systems used by customers and colleagues globally. Employees generally work in regulated, collaborative environments where security, resilience, responsible innovation and strong risk management are important. Benefits may include pension contributions, holiday entitlement, wellbeing support, learning resources and performance-related rewards, subject to role and employment terms.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers strong opportunities in software engineering, banking, finance, healthcare, public services, retail and technology. Glasgow has a vibrant technology and financial-services community, comparatively affordable housing, universities, music venues and easy access to Scotland’s scenery. British workplace culture is generally professional, direct and respectful of work-life balance, with teamwork and punctuality valued. Lifestyle costs vary considerably: London and parts of southern England are usually more expensive than Glasgow, Manchester or many Welsh and northern cities. International applicants normally need the right to work; eligible sponsored roles may support a Skilled Worker visa, subject to salary, occupation and employer requirements. Relocating involves arranging accommodation, a National Insurance number, banking, healthcare registration and possibly immigration permission before starting work. Public transport is widely available, while Scotland’s cities are well connected by rail and air. Always check current UK government visa rules and the employer’s sponsorship policy.