Lead Backend Software Engineer, Citi

Citi

Location:
Canada, Mississauga

Category:
IT - Software Development

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Job Description:

As a Senior Backend Software Engineer, you will drive innovation and deliver high-quality software solutions by leading the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge applications. You'll take ownership of the full application development lifecycle, from initial concept to production deployment and maintenance, working on multiple concurrent engineering initiatives. This role requires deep expertise in Java, API development, NoSQL databases, and the Spring Boot framework within a cloud environment. As a senior member of the team, you will also mentor junior developers, champion best practices, and explore the potential of emerging technologies to enhance our application capabilities.

Job Responsibility:

Lead integration of functions to meet goals, deploy new products, and enhance processes
Analyze complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards to define and develop solutions to high-level problems
Provide expertise in advanced knowledge of applications programming and plan assignments involving large budgets, cross-functional projects, or multiple projects
Develop application methodologies and standards for program analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
Utilize advanced knowledge of supported main system flows and comprehensive knowledge of multiple areas to achieve technology goals
Consult with end users to identify system function specifications and incorporate into overall system design
Allocate work, and act as an advisor/coach to developers, analysts, and new team members
Influence and negotiate with senior leaders and communicate with external parties
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, and applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct, and business practices.

Requirements:

10+ years of relevant Software Development experience in roles such as Senior Software Engineer, Lead Developer, Architect, or equivalent
8+ years of experience designing, developing, and deploying RESTful APIs, demonstrating a strong understanding of RESTful API design principles and best practices
Extensive experience with the Java programming language, including object-oriented principles, data structures, and algorithms
Extensive experience with NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB), including data modeling, querying, performance optimization, and operating in production environments
Proficiency in developing applications using the Spring Boot framework
Extensive experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their services related to application deployment, database management, and API gateway
Experience leading technical projects and mentoring junior developers
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Adaptability and a passion for learning new technologies
Strong relationship and consensus-building skills.

Nice to have:

Familiarity with Generative AI Models (e.g., GPT-3, DALL-E 2, Codex) and their potential applications in areas such as Code Generation, Text Summarization, Content Creation, and Chatbots
Experience with Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT-3, BERT, or other related technologies (e.g., transformer networks, natural language processing techniques)
Experience with Containerization Technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes), CI/CD Pipelines, and DevOps practices
Contributions to open-source projects.

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
July 22, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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