Lead Data Business Analyst
Whippany, NJ

As a Barclays Lead Data Business Analyst, you will manage the development of Stargate Program using the Subject Matter Expertise of the Goldensource, Instrument and Pricing Reference Data Knowledge and Software Engineering skills. This is a techno-functional role where you is expected to be involved in all stages of software development, focusing on requirement Gathering, data analysis as well as troubleshooting, investigation and root-cause analysis of production support issues.

Barclays is one of the world's largest and most respected financial institutions, established in 1690, with a legacy of success, quality, and innovation. We've helped millions of individuals and businesses thrive, creating financial and digital solutions that the world now takes for granted. An important and growing presence in the USA, we offer careers providing endless opportunity.

At Barclays, we offer a hybrid working experience that blends the positives of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations, together with working from home. We have a structured approach where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed, ‘anchor’, days of the week, for a minimum of two days a week or more, as set by the business area (or nearest equivalent if working part-time hours). Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager. Please note that as we continue to embed our hybrid working environment, we remain in a test and learn phase, which means that working arrangements may be subject to change on reasonable notice to ensure we meet the needs of our business

What will you be doing?

• Managing the Stargate Technology Team to build and Deliver the Stargate Reference and Pricing Data Platform
• Implementing proper SDLC and Development Control to the entire global team delivering Stargate Platform
• Working with Consumer Adoptions Stream, Data Remediation Team, Distribution Team to build the platform in eternity
• Owning the Definition of Done, JIRA Platforms and reporting for the Stargate Program Development
• Working within a globally distributed teams to deliver business features for global sales and trading platform
• Collaborating with Stargate Project and Program managers to plan, provide proper visibility and status on each of the deliverables
• Working and connecting with Operations and Production Support to provide solutions, tools and technique to reduce manual efforts
• Implementing UAT/Production handover procedures to deliver software monthly or bi-weekly into production

What we’re looking for:

• In depth and extensive understanding of building Instrument and Pricing Reference Data Platforms in Large Financial Services business
• In depth and extensive knowledge and experience in building with Goldensource Technology
• Experience in working in Large Sell Side or Buy Side Organizations as Team Lead for delivering Instrument and Pricing Reference Data
• Broad knowledge in various Instrument Asset Classes like Fixed Income, Equity, Funds and Derivatives

Skills that will help you in the role:

• Understanding of Big Data and Machine learning concepts
• Certified AWS Professional or Google Cloud Professional
• Ability to data analysis and create business requirements as needed
• Naturally curious and attracted to complicated problems

Where will you be working?

Our next-generation workplace in Whippany allows talented, passionate, down-to-earth colleagues to connect daily. With state-of-the-art work facilities and many added features like pool tables, cafés and a gym – it’s a place you can call home. Our office is minutes away from Morristown, known for its rich history and lively modern spirit. With bustling Manhattan easily accessible and a picturesque landscape here on the doorstep, Whippany really does offer the best of both worlds.

We’re a global, vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose. Operating in 50 countries and employing around 83,000 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.