Hybrid Java Apps Developer Lead Analyst – Vice President

at Citi

• Job title: Java Apps Developer Lead Analyst – Vice President
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Senior
• Salary: $142,320 - $213,480 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Apache, Docker, Hibernate, Java, JUnit, Kafka, Kubernetes, Linux, Microservices, Mockito, Spring, SQL
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Senior Application Developer at Citi enhancing the Margin Calculations and Reporting Platform for financial solutions. Key role in developing scalable software solutions within a global finance context.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement robust and scalable application systems and programs for the Margin Calculation Services and reporting.
• Partner closely with project managers, business stakeholders, and senior managers to translate complex business requirements into well-architected technical solutions.
• Consult with users and other technology groups, providing advanced programming insights and support.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration with diverse management teams to ensure seamless integration of functions.
• Proactively identify, define, and implement necessary system enhancements to facilitate the successful deployment of new products and process improvements.
• Lead the resolution of high-impact problems and critical projects through in-depth evaluation of intricate business processes and complex system architectures.
• Employ advanced analytical and interpretive thinking to define issues, uncover root causes, and develop innovative solutions.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in application programming, ensuring that all application designs adhere to the overall architectural blueprint and strategic technology roadmap.
• Act as a trusted advisor and coach for mid-level developers and analysts, providing guidance and fostering skill development.
• Ensure adherence to best practices and essential procedures.
• Operate with a high degree of independence and judgment, taking ownership of critical initiatives and driving them to successful completion.
• Proactively assess and manage technical risks, demonstrating a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, ethical judgment, and transparent reporting of control issues.

Requirements

• 6-10 years of progressive experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications, with a proven track record of implementing successful projects.
• Strong proficiency in Java application technologies, including deep experience with TDD (Test-Driven Development), Spring framework, and Microservices architecture.
• Excellent knowledge of algorithms and data structures, design patterns.
• Strong Java experience: Java core, collections, concurrency, streams.
• Frameworks and APIs: Spring (Core, Batch, Integration, MVC, Boot, Data), Hibernate, Jackson , JAX RS, JPA, JAXB.
• Experience with distributed caches like Apache Gemfire will be a plus.
• Messaging: JMS, Kafka.
• Testing: JUnit, Mocking frameworks (Mockito, Power Mock).
• Experience in performance enhancements using parallel processing, multithreading.
• Understanding locking/synchronization.
• Understanding Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience in RESTful API development and integration, deployment framework and source control experience such as Git.
• Solid understanding and experience with SQL.
• Proficiency in Linux environments.
• Experience with job scheduling.
• Working knowledge of project management techniques and methods, with a focus on agile methodologies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt quickly to evolving requirements and priorities.
• A strong team player with excellent communication skills, capable of working effectively with global teams to deliver integrated solutions.

Benefits

• medical, dental & vision coverage
• 401(k)
• life, accident, and disability insurance
• wellness programs
• paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays