Java Spring Boot Engineer

• Utilize knowledge of applications development procedures and concepts, and basic knowledge of other technical areas to identify and define necessary system enhancements, including using script tools and analyzing/interpreting code
• Consult with users, clients, and other technology groups on issues, and recommend programming solutions, install, and support customer exposure systems
• Apply fundamental knowledge of programming languages for design specifications
• Analyze applications to identify vulnerabilities and security issues, as well as conduct testing and debugging
• Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
• Identify problems, analyze information, and make evaluative judgements to recommend and implement solutions
• Resolve issues by identifying and selecting solutions through the applications of acquired technical experience and guided by precedents
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
• Design, develop, and implement new features and enhancements for web applications using Java and the Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data JPA, etc.)
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices to support various front-end applications and external integrations
• Work extensively with Oracle databases, including schema design, SQL/PL/SQL development, query optimization, and performance tuning
• Collaborate with product owners, UI/UX designers, and other developers to understand requirements and translate them into technical specifications and solutions
• Ensure the performance, quality, and responsiveness of applications, including participating in code reviews and implementing best practices
• Debug and resolve technical issues, identify bottlenecks, and improve application performance
• Write comprehensive unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and support, following Agile methodologies
• Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends, applying them to improve our development processes and products
• Document technical designs, code, and processes clearly and concisely

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in the Financial Service industry
• Intermediate level experience in Applications Development role
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements
• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Python is added advantage