FAQs
What is the primary role of the UI/UX Designer at Barclays?
The primary role of the UI/UX Designer at Barclays is to shape the digital future by driving innovation and enhancing user experiences, specifically leading the overall design, look, and feel of the Skylight website.
What key skills are required for a UI/UX Designer position?
Required key skills include user research and empathy, interaction design, and visual design and aesthetics.
What additional skills are valued for this role?
Highly valued additional skills include wireframing with Figma, usability testing and interaction, as well as strong collaboration and communication skills.
Where is the position based?
The successful candidate will be based in London.
What kind of software solutions should the UI/UX Designer deliver?
The UI/UX Designer should deliver high-quality software solutions that are scalable, maintainable, and optimized for performance, using industry-aligned programming languages, frameworks, and tools.
What is expected in terms of collaboration?
The UI/UX Designer is expected to collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define software requirements and ensure alignment with business objectives.
What leadership expectations does the Vice President have for this role?
The Vice President expects the UI/UX Designer to advise key stakeholders, manage and mitigate risks, demonstrate leadership and accountability, collaborate on business strategies, create innovative solutions, and maintain trusting relationships.
Are there specific coding practices that must be followed in this role?
Yes, adherence to secure coding practices to mitigate vulnerabilities and protect sensitive data is essential in this role.
What values are expected to be demonstrated by all colleagues?
All colleagues are expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, as well as embrace the Barclays Mindset to Empower, Challenge, and Drive.
Will there be assessments on job-specific technical skills?
Yes, candidates may be assessed on critical job-specific technical skills as well as skills related to risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen, and strategic thinking.