UI Tech Lead

Join us as a UI Tech Lead at Barclays, where you will spearhead the evolution of our infrastructure and deployment pipelines, driving innovation and operational excellence. You will utilize cutting-edge technology to build and manage robust, scalable, and secure infrastructure to ensure the seamless delivery of our digital solutions. We are seeking a highly experienced and technically strong hands-on Lead with experience in building scalable, maintainable, and testable web and mobile applications. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in React, React Native, and JavaScript (ES6+), with a strong focus on UI unit testing, mutation testing, and mobile-native integration. As a UI Tech Lead, your responsibilities will include: - Leading the development of high-performance, reusable UI components using React and React Native. - Architecting frontend solutions with a focus on modularity, testability, and performance. - Implementing and enforcing standard coding practices, including code reviews, linting, and documentation. - Driving unit testing and mutation testing strategies using tools like Jest, React Testing Library (RTL), and Stryker. - Integrating mobile-specific features and native modules for Android/iOS, including bridging and third-party SDKs. - Collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver seamless user experiences and integrate with RESTful APIs. - Mentoring junior developers and contributing to internal knowledge sharing and technical leadership. - Demonstrating proficiency in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5, and CSS3. Additional valued skills may include: - Experience deploying mobile apps to iOS/Android platforms. - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, and automated testing. - Understanding of accessibility standards and performance optimization. - Exposure to design systems, Figma, or AEM. The purpose of this role is to lead and manage engineering teams, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support to ensure the delivery of high-quality software solutions. You will drive technical excellence, foster a culture of innovation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical decisions with business objectives. Key Accountabilities: - Leading engineering teams effectively to achieve project goals and organizational objectives. - Overseeing timelines, team allocation, risk management, and task prioritization for successful solution delivery. - Mentoring and supporting team members" professional growth and performance reviews. - Evaluating and enhancing engineering processes, tools, and methodologies to optimize team productivity. - Collaborating with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions. - Enforcing technology standards, facilitating peer reviews, and implementing robust testing practices. As an Assistant Vice President, you are expected to advise and influence decision-making, contribute to policy development, and ensure operational effectiveness. You will lead a team performing complex tasks, set objectives, coach employees, and demonstrate clear leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver excellent results. All colleagues at Barclays are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.,