Senior Application Programmer (Java) - Vice President - Sydney

Citigroup Inc.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking a Senior Application Programmer in Sydney to lead and implement new or revised application systems within the Technology group. The role covers the full SDLC, from requirements gathering to deployment, with emphasis on scalability and reliability.

You will work on Cash Equities applications, design solutions, review code, and coordinate with remote teams across time zones. Strong Java, Linux, and database knowledge, plus experience with microservices and FIX protocol,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• 8+ years of experience in applications programming or software development.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in applications programming and ensure design aligns with architecture blueprint.
• Develop and maintain Cash Equities applications suite.
• Design solutions and coordinate delivery across teams.
• Investigate production incidents and participate in L2/L3 support.
• Develop technical solutions considering technologies, FI policies, and non-functional requirements.
• Engage in all SDLC stages: requirements, analysis, coding, testing, deployment.
• Build strong relationships with peers and local/global technology teams.
• Ensure risk awareness and compliance with Citi policies and code of conduct.

Skills

Java

Linux

Databases

Scripting

FIX protocol

Microservices

SpringBoot

GitHub

Remote teams

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Solace

AMPS

GitHub

Job description

The Senior Application Programmer is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. Actively engage in all aspects of SDLC including gathering functional and non-functional requirements, designing solutions, code reviews, testing and deploying applications in accordance with Citi's policies.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Development and maintenance of a suite of Cash Equities applications
• Design solutions, coordinate delivery, investigate production incidents, participate in L2/L3 support activities
• Develop technical solutions to meet business requirements taking into account recommended technologies, non-functional requirements, internal policies and procedures
• Participate in all elements of SDLC from gathering business requirements, analysis, code reviews, testing, deploying applications
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with peers and other local and global technology team members
• Establish and maintain strong working relationships with the local business
• 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 behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.
• Comply with the ethical standards contained in the Code of Conduct

KEY COMPETENCIES

• 8+ years of relevant experience in Java
• Strong knowledge of Linux, relational databases and scripting languages
• In-depth knowledge of stock market trading, FIX protocol and proven experience in front and middle office systems
• Understanding of microservices architecture
• Experience working in SpringBoot, Solace, AMPS, GitHub is a nice to have
• Experience with working effectively with remote teams across different timezones

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree in Computer Science
• Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

Job Family:

Applications Development

Time Type:

Full time

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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