Platforms-API Software Engineer - BA4

Bengaluru, India

Key information

Date live: 10/22/2026

Business Area: Customer Digital and Data

Area of Expertise: Technology

Contract: Permanent

Reference Code: JR-0000136765

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API : Software Engineer - BA4

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer – API & Integration Platforms to design, develop, support, and enhance enterprise API and integration solutions that enable critical business capabilities. The role combines software engineering, API management, middleware development, platform reliability, observability, and operational support across cloud and on-premise environments.

The successful candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining reliable, scalable, secure, and resilient integration platforms, while providing L2/L3 production support and driving automation, Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices, and continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires close collaboration with development, infrastructure, architecture, and operations teams to ensure high availability and operational excellence across API and integration services.

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop, deploy, and support enterprise integration solutions using TIBCO BusinessWorks 5.x, TIBCO BusinessWorks 6.x, and TIBCO BusinessWorks Container Edition (BWCE).

Develop, secure, publish, and manage APIs using Apigee Edge (Google Cloud Platform).

Build and maintain RESTful APIs, microservices, and integration services aligned to enterprise standards.

Develop solutions using Core Java, Python, and JavaScript to support integration, automation, and serverless processing requirements.

Design and implement messaging and event-driven integrations using TIBCO EMS and IBM MQ.

Build, deploy, and support containerized applications using Docker and Kubernetes.

Provide L2/L3 support for APIs, middleware, integration platforms, and production applications, ensuring timely incident resolution and service restoration.

Drive platform reliability through proactive monitoring, incident management, root cause analysis, and continuous service improvement.

Implement observability best practices using Datadog, including dashboards, alerts, distributed tracing, log monitoring, and performance analysis.

Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in Skillset like Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Shell script, Datadog, python, API, docker, containers, ECR, EKS and GitLab

Manage SSL/TLS certificates and support certificate lifecycle activities including issuance, renewal, rotation, and troubleshooting across APIs, middleware, and platform components.

Support CI/CD pipelines, build automation, and release management processes using Maven and DevOps best practices.

Perform application performance tuning, capacity planning, and resiliency improvements.

Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and architecture teams to ensure compliance with organizational standards and security requirements.

Develop and maintain automated testing frameworks using Cucumber and Behaviour-Driven Development (BDD) methodologies.

Participate in on-call support, major incident management, and production readiness activities.

Key Technical Skills and Experience

Integration & Middleware

TIBCO BusinessWorks 5.x

TIBCO BusinessWorks 6.x

TIBCO BusinessWorks Container Edition (BWCE)

Enterprise Integration Patterns

SOAP and REST-based Services

XML, XSD, JSON, XPATH, XSLT

API Management

Apigee Edge (Google Cloud)

REST API Design and Development

API Security (OAuth 2.0, JWT, API Keys, mTLS)

API Lifecycle Management

OpenAPI / Swagger

Programming & Scripting

Core Java

Python

JavaScript

Shell Scripting

Messaging Technologies

TIBCO EMS

IBM MQ

Asynchronous Messaging

Publish/Subscribe Architecture

Event-Driven Design Patterns

Containerization & Platform Engineering

Docker

Kubernetes

Container Orchestration

Deployments, Services, Ingress, ConfigMaps, Secrets

Containerized Application Troubleshooting

Observability & Monitoring

Datadog

Application Performance Monitoring (APM)

Log Management and Analysis

Distributed Tracing

Dashboard and Alert Configuration

Production Monitoring and Incident Response

DevOps & Release Management

Maven

CI/CD Pipelines

Automated Build and Deployment Processes

Release and Environment Management

GITLAB

Patching Activities

Security & Certificate Management

SSL/TLS Certificate Management

PKI Concepts

Keystore and Truststore Management

Certificate Renewal and Rotation

Secure API Design and Implementation

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.

Barclays welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments (accommodations) are put in place to allow for a fair and inclusive recruitment process. For more information and how to request one, please review Adjustments to the recruitment process.

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 39 countries and employing around 100,000 people across the world, we help communities, individuals and businesses thrive. And we’ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted. A career with us can offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience, and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance.

To find out more about Barclays' strategy please click here.

We are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

Barclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for. If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays, or you would require sponsorship from Barclays, you must declare this as part of your application. Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed. It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times. Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time.

This role may be subject to enhanced governance arrangements. If successful, you may be required to comply with additional regulatory and compliance obligations, such as disclosure of personal trading activities and external interest/affiliations.

Further information on these requirements will be provided at a later stage of the process.

Who succeeds in
Tech at Barclays?

For a career with us, you need to be prepared to take big steps forward, curious to face the challenges ahead, and driven to focus on the outcomes. We need people with the Barclays mindset to make it happen here.

What you'll get in return

Competitive holiday allowance Life assurance Private medical care Pension contribution

Our technology

Supporting our 48 million customers and clients worldwide takes a lot of forward thinking. It means harnessing technology to support the economy. It means making a difference to people’s lives. And it requires the maintenance and development of a global, technological infrastructure. At Barclays, technology helps us keep transactions moving, manages data, and protects our customers. Join a world where your work creates unique moments of impact. Make it happen here.

Learn more about Barclays locations

Across our campuses, we offer modern workspaces, collaborative areas, and state-of-the-art meeting rooms. Facilities include wellness rooms, on-site cafeterias, fitness centers, and tech-equipped workstations. Designed for innovation and comfort, they support a dynamic and productive work environment.

Gain access to wellness rooms, gyms and mental health support.

Our welcoming and inclusive culture supports you to bring your whole self to work, explore your potential and pursue your passions.

Modern spaces designed for teamwork and brainstorming.

There’s so much more than work to involve and engage you on campus. From socialising to sports, from community events to volunteering.

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Health and wellness

Gain access to wellness rooms, gyms and mental health support.

A place where you can belong

Our welcoming and inclusive culture supports you to bring your whole self to work, explore your potential and pursue your passions.

Collaborative Areas

Modern spaces designed for teamwork and brainstorming.

More than work

There’s so much more than work to involve and engage you on campus. From socialising to sports, from community events to volunteering.

Working flexibly

We’re committed to providing a supportive and inclusive culture and environment for you to work in. This environment recognises and supports your personal needs, alongside the professional needs of our business. If you'd like to explore flexible working arrangements, please discuss this with the hiring manager. Your request will be reviewed in-line with the requirements of the role/business needs of the team.

Hybrid working

We have a structured approach to hybrid working, where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days, as set by the business area. Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business.

Barclays is built on an international scale.

Our geographic reach, our wide variety of functions, businesses, roles and locations reflect the rich diversity of our worldwide customer base. All of which means we offer incredible variety, depth and breadth of experience. And the chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues, including some of the very best minds in banking, finance, technology and business. Throughout, we’ll encourage you to embrace mobility, exploring every part of our operations as you build your career.

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Application process

Your application

We’ll ask for information about you, your CV and cover letter.

Your assessment

Covering your behaviours and ability at work.

Your interview

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Next step

We’ll request additional information so that you can complete our screening process.

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Key information

It’s happening at Barclays.

Where will you be located?

Who succeeds inTech at Barclays?

What you'll get in return

Our technology

Learn more about Barclays locations

Learn more about Barclays locations

Health and wellness

A place where you can belong

Collaborative Areas

More than work

Working flexibly

Hybrid working

Barclays is built on an international scale.

Application process

Your application

Your assessment

Your interview

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