At Barclays, we don’t just adapt to the future – we create it. We are seeking a skilled Database Engineer -BA4, with strong hands-on experience in MS SQL Server and Oracle databases. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, optimizing, and supporting database solutions that enable high‑quality data processing, secure storage, and seamless application performance. This role requires strong analytical ability, structured problem solving, and an aptitude for collaborating with cross‑functional technology teams.

To be successful in this role, you should have experience with:

• Design, develop, and maintain MS SQL Server and Oracle database objects including tables, views, triggers, stored procedures, and functions.

• Optimize database performance through indexing strategies, query tuning, and execution plan analysis.

• Work with application and infrastructure teams to support database‑related enhancements and troubleshoot complex data issues.

• Implement and monitor backup/restore, database replication, partitioning, and high‑availability configurations.

• Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements.

• Perform root cause analysis for production issues and drive long‑term fixes.

• Support database deployments, patching, and upgrades across environments.

• Collaborate with developers, business analysts, and solution architects to translate functional requirements into efficient database solutions.

• Proactively identify technical improvements and contribute to database engineering best practices.

Some other highly valued skills may include:

• Proven experience with MS SQL Server and Oracle databases.

• Strong proficiency in SQL, PL/SQL, performance optimization, query tuning, and debugging.

• Solid understanding of database internal execution plans, indexing, partitioning, and locking mechanisms.

• Hands‑on experience with backup/recovery strategies, HA/DR solutions, and database migration.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments and supporting CI/CD‑enabled deployments.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to diagnose complex data issues.

• Excellent problem‑solving skills with a structured approach to troubleshooting.

• Experience with data modelling, schema design, and database architecture principles. Exposure to cloud database services (Azure SQL, Oracle Cloud, AWS RDS, etc.).

• Knowledge of data governance, security hardening, and regulatory compliance processes.

• Strong communication.

• High attention to detail with a proactive and ownership-driven mindset.

• Ability to work independently and in collaborative team environments.

You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. 

The location of the role is Pune, IN

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.