Senior Lead Technical Java Developer, Citi

Citi

Location:
United States, Irving

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

125760.00 - 188640.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Senior Lead Technical Java Developer will play a critical role in the design, development, and delivery of complex software solutions, primarily using Java, while also leveraging Python for scripting, data analysis, automation, and integration with our broader ecosystem. This individual will not only be a hands-on contributor but also a technical leader, responsible for driving architectural decisions, ensuring code quality, and fostering a culture of technical excellence within the team.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the design, development, and implementation of robust, scalable applications and services primarily in Java
Utilize Python for scripting, automation, data processing, machine learning integration
Act as technical leader and mentor to software engineers
Drive architectural discussions and decision-making
Conduct code reviews
Collaborate with product management, QA, DevOps, and other engineering teams
Identify and implement opportunities for system improvements
Champion software development best practices including CI/CD
Troubleshoot complex technical issues
Stay abreast of new technologies and industry trends

Requirements:

10+ years of extensive professional experience in software development with significant focus on Java
Proven experience in technical leadership or lead developer role
Strong proficiency in Java including Java 8+ features, Spring Framework
Demonstrable experience with Python for scripting, automation, data handling
Deep understanding of object-oriented design principles, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms
Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
Proficiency in designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
Experience with message queues/brokers
Strong understanding of distributed systems and cloud-native application development
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools
Familiarity with test automation frameworks
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field

Nice to have:

Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
Familiarity with frontend technologies
Experience with performance tuning and optimization of large-scale systems
Prior experience in Agile/Scrum environments
Experience with Appian workflow development or integration
Prior experience in FinTech

What we offer:

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off packages including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays
Discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
August 28, 2025

Expiration:
September 03, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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