Quality Engineer at Barclays

, , India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

API Testing, Automated Test Frameworks, Service Virtualization, Regression Testing, Performance Testing, Security Testing, Collaboration, Java-based Automation, Database Validation, SQL Queries, Agile Methodologies, DevOps Practices, Analytical Skills, Problem-solving Skills, Test Strategies, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Banking

Description

Job Description 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. Analyst Expectations To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. 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 develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate. Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area. Partner with other functions and business areas. Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities. Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation. Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct. Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function. Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail. Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents. Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information. Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation. 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. Join us as a Quality Engineer at Barclays, responsible for supporting the successful delivery of Location Strategy projects to plan, budget, agreed quality and governance standards. You'll spearhead the evolution of our digital landscape, driving innovation and excellence. You will harness cutting-edge technology to revolutionize our digital offerings, ensuring unparalleled customer experiences. To be successful as a Quality Engineer you should have experience with: Designing, developing, and maintaining automated test frameworks for RESTful and SOAP APIs using tools such as Karate. Creating and executing test cases based on business requirements and technical specifications. Implementing service virtualization to simulate downstream dependencies and ensure continuity during testing cycles. Collaborating with developers, QA leads, and business analysts to define test strategies and resolve defects. Performing regression, performance, and security testing of APIs. Generating detailed test reports and dashboards using tools like Apache POI, Karate, and HTML reporting utilities. Validating API responses and database records using custom DB validators and response validators. Ensuring integration of API testing within CI/CD pipelines and Agile workflows. Some other highly valued skills may include: Strong experience in API testing tools (e.g., Postman, Insomnia, SoapUI). Proficiency in Java-based automation frameworks and scripting. Hands-on experience with service virtualization tools (e.g., CA DevTest). Familiarity with data-driven testing and parameterization using external datasheets. Experience with database validation and SQL queries. Knowledge of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field. Good to have Certifications in API testing or automation tools. Experience working in financial services or regulated environments. 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 based in Pune. Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.

Responsibilities

The Quality Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving software solutions while ensuring high quality and performance. This includes collaborating with cross-functional teams to define requirements, conducting testing, and promoting a culture of technical excellence.