Lead Platform Engineer

Barclays Investment Bank
New York, NY
Job Description
Role Overview

The Lead Platform Engineer will design, develop, and improve software to provide business, platform, and technology capabilities for customers and colleagues. They will collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements and ensure seamless integration with business objectives.

What You Will Do

The Lead Platform Engineer will develop high-quality software solutions, collaborate with peers, participate in code reviews, and promote a culture of code quality and knowledge sharing. They will also stay informed of industry technology trends and contribute to the organization's technology communities.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of industry theories and practices, advanced analytical skills, and the ability to solve complex problems. They will also be able to demonstrate leadership behaviors and the Barclays Values and Mindset.

Requirements

  • Strong Python engineering experience (backend, tooling, automation, debugging)
  • Hands-on expertise with AWS: IAM, S3, Lambda, ECS/EKS, Step Functions, CloudWatch
  • Proven experience working with Quants, Strats, or front-office engineering teams
  • Solid understanding of AI/ML concepts (inference, vector search, embeddings, RAG, evaluation)
  • Strong debugging abilities across cloud infra, Python environments, containers, and pipelines
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in high-pressure FO environments
  • Experience leading a technical team or owning a global-facing engineering function

Benefits

  • Base salary between $220,000 and $300,000
  • Benefits not explicitly mentioned in the posting
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