Job Details
The Java Development Lead is a senior level position responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance Java based applications that support critical financial operations in the
Capital Markets domain. The ideal candidate will have a deep hands-on experience in Java, object-oriented programming, Ìýmicroservice architecture, software design patterns coupled with a proven track record of
delivering complex projects.
Responsibilities:
This is hands-on senior developer role requiring ability to independently code and deliver complex functionalities in Java , Spring Boot, micro-services in partnership with the team.
Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
Participate in initiatives within team to build solutions or enhance existing functionalities around configurable and extensible solutions
Participate in CI/CD initiatives driving automation of manual steps and speed up build and deployment process in partnership with DevOps team.
Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
Required Skills:
6-10 years of recent experience with design and development of enterprise scalable applications using Java/J2EE, Spring Framework and related technologies.
Hands on experience with relational database like Oracle, performance tuning and integration with Java application.
Strong experience using microservices architecture, including service discovery, API gateways, REST and inter-service communication.
Proficient in functional programming concepts with Streams API, Lambda Expressions and Optional.
Experience for building asynchronous, event/message-driven systems in microservices using Apache Kafka for real time streaming and event driven architecture.
Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirement
Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
Preferred Skills
Experience using CI/CD tools like Jenkins, Kubernetes etc.
Experience in Agile, Scrum Development environment
Knowledge and experience in TDD, BDD and modern testing frameworks like Cypress and Cucumber
Experience with observability and visualization tools like AppDynamics and Grafana
Education:
Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
Master’s degree preferred
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Job Family Group:
Technology------------------------------------------------------
Job Family:
Applications Development------------------------------------------------------
Time Type:
Full time------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location:
Irving Texas United States------------------------------------------------------
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range:
$125,760.00 - $188,640.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
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Most Relevant Skills
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Other Relevant Skills
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Anticipated Posting Close Date:
Sep 18, 2025------------------------------------------------------
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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