Developing cutting-edge technology is integral to the success of Barclays Capital. As we conclude deals, transfer information and communicate with clients across time zones and continents, we need to constantly evolve to become quicker and more efficient. We operate in a fiercely competitive arena, and our technology strategy is entirely business-driven.
Technology is a well-respected and valued department at Barclays Capital. It comprises 7,000 experts who use their skills to support our internal infrastructure. They work closely with traders and finance professionals to create and maintain powerful trading and analytical systems, support new products and enhance strategic decision-making. In order to provide 24-hour support, technologists are split into global teams spanning our three regions.
If you are technically capable, with a Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, plus an interest in finance, Barclays Capital is the ideal place in which to make your mark as a Technology Analyst.
The majority of roles are in Application Development. Analysts here develop, test and deploy software for many areas of the firm such as trading, sales, research, finance and risk. This will give you exposure to a range of programming languages and development tools including Java, C, C++, C#, Python, SQL, Perl, Ruby, SQR and MATLAB.
There are also a few roles in Production Support, which manages our servers, networks and operating systems. This will introduce you to web-based languages including PHP, XML, Java Scripts and CSS; platforms such as Linux, Mac OS X, Windows, Solaris, MS DOS and UNIX; and database systems including Oracle, Access and SQL Server 2000.
We encourage internal mobility and many people have moved and developed within a culture of restless and relentless energy. You'll begin your career with a firm-wide, five-week training programme, and then take six-month rotations in three Technology areas before a final placement. Further down the line, you could find yourself implementing new systems, or improving the design and structure of databases which will increase the speed and efficiency of our firm's day-to-day operations and the flawless execution of our services.