Barclays
UIEngineer
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“UI Engineer at Barclays. Skills: React, TypeScript, component library development, design systems, web accessibility. Design, develop and improve software. Development and maintenance of React-based components”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver on work that impacts the whole business function; create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard; meet required outcomes; support the resolution of escalated issues; strengthening controls in relation to the work done; achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function; keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategy; achieve outcomes
Industry & Context.
solve problems creatively and effectively; Engage in complex analysis of data from multiple sources of information
based in our Prague office
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
proficiency in React and TypeScript, experience building reusable components or contributing to component libraries, Solid understanding of modern CSS, including CSS custom properties, CSS-in-JS solutions, or utility-first frameworks like Tailwind CSS, Experience working with design tokens and understanding how design decisions translate into code, Good understanding of web accessibility standards and experience implementing accessible components with proper ARIA attributes and keyboard navigation, Familiarity with component documentation tools such as Storybook, including writing stories and usage examples, Experience with modern frontend build tools and package management (Vite, Rollup, npm/pnpm), collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively with designers and incorporate design feedback, Attention to detail and commitment to delivering polished, high-quality components
Nice to Have
Experience with Vue.js or other modern frontend frameworks, demonstrating adaptability across technologies, Knowledge of animation libraries and implementing smooth micro-interactions, Experience with visual regression testing tools (Chromatic, Percy, or similar), Understanding of semantic versioning and library release processes, Contributions to open-source projects or personal projects demonstrating frontend expertise, Familiarity with monorepo structures and tooling (Nx, Turborepo, pnpm workspaces), Experience with Figma and understanding designer workflows
What You'll Do.
develop and improve software
Development and maintenance of React-based components
Collaboration with designers to translate design tokens
and interaction patterns into reusable
production-ready components
Creation and improvement of developer documentation
Implementation of comprehensive testing strategies
Participation in code reviews
Adherence to accessibility standards (WCAG 2. 1 AA) and inclusive design principles
Contribution to build pipelines
and tooling improvements
Active engagement with consuming teams to understand their needs
and continuously improve component APIs and documentation
Building the foundational component library and design system that powers next-generation digital experiences
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaboration with designers; Collaboration with senior engineers; Collaboration with product teams; Collaboration with other functions/ business divisions; Collaboration with consuming teams; Lead a team performing complex tasks; Lead collaborative assignments and guide team members; Identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments; Collaborate with other areas of work; Collaborate with business aligned support areas
Communication Scope
Communicate complex information; Influence or convince stakeholders to achieve outcomes
Process & Methodology
Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, Appraisal of performance relative to objectives, Determination of reward outcomes, Identify new directions for assignments and/ or projects, Identifying a combination of cross functional methodologies or practices to meet required outcomes
Full Job 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 maintenance of React-based components following modern design system principles, ensuring components are accessible, performant, and thoroughly documented. * Collaboration with designers to translate design tokens, specifications, and interaction patterns into reusable, production-ready components that maintain design fidelity. * Creation and improvement of developer documentation, code examples, and usage guidelines that enable engineering teams to efficiently adopt design system components. * Implementation of comprehensive testing strategies including unit tests, visual regression tests, and accessibility audits to ensure component quality and reliability. * Participation in code reviews, providing constructive feedback and maintaining high standards of code quality across the component library. * Adherence to accessibility standards (WCAG 2.1 AA) and inclusive design principles, ensuring all components meet accessibility requirements and work across assistive technologies. * Contribution to build pipelines, release processes, and tooling improvements that support a scalable, versioned component library. * Active engagement with consuming teams to understand their needs, gather feedback, and continuously improve component APIs and documentation. **Assistant Vice President Expectations** * To advise and influence decision making, contribute to policy development and take responsibility for operational effectiveness. Collaborate closely with other functions/ business divisions. * Lead a team performing complex tasks, using well developed professional knowledge and skills to deliver on work that impacts the whole business function. Set objectives and coach employees in pursuit of those objectives, apprai
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