Backend Java Developer, VP

CITI; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global bank in Mississauga is seeking a Backend Java Developer. The role requires 6-10 years of experience in application development and systems analysis, with strong Java and Spring Boot skills. Responsibilities include system integration, problem resolution, and advising mid-level developers. Ideal candidates have proven project management and leadership abilities. This is an equal opportunity employer offering a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Extensive experience in programming of software applications.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development.
• 4-6 years Java Experience.
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with management teams to integrate functions and meet goals.
• Resolve high impact problems through evaluation of business processes.
• Provide expertise in applications programming and ensure design adheres to architecture blueprints.
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop coding standards.
• Serve as advisor to developers and analysts.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices Architecture

JUnit Testing

Distributed Data Systems

Kubernetes

Multi-Threading Architecture

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Kafka

Solace

AWS

OpenShift

Job description

Overview of the Role

Citi, the leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and does business in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management.

As a bank with a brain and a soul, Citi creates economic value that is systemically responsible and in our clients' best interests. As a financial institution that touches every region of the world and every sector that shapes your daily life, our Enterprise Operations & Technology teams are charged with a mission that rivals any large tech company. Our technology solutions are the foundations of everything we do from keeping the bank safe, managing global resources, and providing the technical tools our workers need to be successful to designing our digital architecture and ensuring our platforms provide a first-class customer experience. We reimagine client and partner experiences to deliver excellence through secure, reliable, and efficient services.

Our commitment to diversity includes a workforce that represents the clients we serve from all walks of life, backgrounds, and origins. We foster an environment where the best people want to work. We value and demand respect for others, promote individuals based on merit, and ensure opportunities for personal development are widely available to all. Ideal candidates are innovators with well-rounded backgrounds who bring their authentic selves to work and complement our culture of delivering results with pride. If you are a problem solver who seeks passion in your work, come join us. We'll enable growth and progress together.

The Backend Java Developer is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities:

• 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.

Qualifications:

• 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
• 4-6 years Java Experience
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
• Spring boot, microservices architecture, Junit testing using Mockito, distributed data system like kafka or solace, multi-threading architecture, cloud based containerized packaging and deployment using Kubernetes either on AWS or Openshift

Education:

• Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master's degree preferred

Citi Canada is an equal opportunity employer. Accordingly, we will make accommodations to respond to the needs of people with disabilities (including, without limitation, physical and mental health disabilities) during the recruitment process and otherwise in accordance with law. Individuals who view themselves as Aboriginals, members of visible minority or racialized communities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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.

View Citi's EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.