Lead Java Developer

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
• Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
• 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

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Modern Java Technologies: Core Java, Java EE, Spring Boot, Spring Microservices
• Programming Principles: Strong understanding of OOPS (Object-Oriented Programming), Data Structures, and Algorithms
• Solution Design: Extensive experience in designing and developing integrated solutions with non-functional requirements (scalability, availability, consistency)
• Coding & Troubleshooting: Expertise in problem-solving and troubleshooting, ability to write clean code using Core Java, J2EE, Collections, and Multithreading
• API Development: Proficiency in API and Web Services development using REST protocols
• Testing: Strong experience in Unit testing and ensuring test coverage
• Cloud Platforms: Solid understanding of Docker and Kubernetes
• API Documentation: Experience using Swagger/OpenAPI to define, document, implement, and test APIs
• Design Patterns: Familiarity with Standard and Enterprise Design Patterns
• Messaging Platforms: Experience with High-Speed Messaging platforms, particularly Kafka
• Databases: Advanced knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL, and ORM technologies (JPA2, Hibernate)
• Security: Expertise in Authentication, Authorization, and security protocols
• CI/CD: Experience with Continuous Integration / Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) tools
• Communication: Proven ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• AI/ML/LLMs: Knowledge of AI/ML, LLMs (including Spring AI / Python)
• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Master's degree preferred