Java Developer Lead Analyst - Vice President

Citibank (Switzerland) AG; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Big Data exposure

AI tools access

Learning resources

Job summary

Citibank (Switzerland) AG is seeking a Java Developer Lead Analyst (Vice President) in Mississauga, blending backend engineering with regulatory reporting needs. You will guide the architecture, design, and delivery of scalable systems within Citi's Insight platform.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring, and collaboration across architecture, infra, and business teams to implement high-impact data processing solutions while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred for senior leadership track.
• Minimum 6+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Proven leadership & people management skills; experience guiding teams.

Responsibilities

• Architect and lead development of scalable applications within Citi's Insight regulatory reporting framework.
• Design solutions using Java, Spring Boot, SQL and real-time messaging.
• Build and optimize data pipelines with Big Data technologies for regulatory reporting.
• Set engineering standards for coding, testing, deployment; ensure quality and delivery.
• Mentor mid-level engineers and ensure risk-awareness and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

SQL

Real-time messaging

Microservices

Leadership

Communication

Full stack awareness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Angular

Spark

Hive

Impala

HDFS

Job description

## Java Developer Lead Analyst - Vice PresidentApply: Hybrid: Mississauga Ontario Canada: Posted Today: 26998946**n**The Java Developer Lead Analyst 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:*** Architect and lead the development of scalable, high-performance applications within Citi's Insight regulatory reporting framework, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards.* Design and implement solutions across a modern stack including **Java, Spring Boot, SQL**, and real-time messaging systems to support large-scale data processing needs.* Build and optimize data pipelines and analytical workflows using **Big Data** technologies, contributing to robust and reliable regulatory reporting outcomes.* Define and enforce engineering standards for coding, testing, debugging, and deployment across the team, raising the bar for software quality and delivery consistency.* Collaborate with cross-functional teams — including architecture, infrastructure, and business stakeholders — to identify system enhancements and deliver new product capabilities.* Evaluate complex business and system processes to resolve high-impact technical challenges, developing innovative and pragmatic engineering solutions.* Mentor and coach mid-level engineers and analysts, providing technical direction and supporting their professional growth.* Embed risk awareness into engineering decisions, ensuring solutions meet compliance requirements and uphold Citi's standards for data integrity and regulatory adherence.* 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.**Recommended Qualifications:*** 6+ years of hands-on software development experience, with a strong focus on backend engineering and enterprise-scale systems.* Deep expertise in **Java and Spring Boot**, with advanced knowledge of **SQL** and real-time messaging technologies.* Proven leadership and people management skills, with experience guiding engineering teams and allocating work effectively.* Demonstrated ability to design software architecture and conduct meaningful trade-off analysis across complex technical landscapes.* Practical experience building and delivering microservices-based architectures in production environments.* Proficiency with a modern **JavaScript framework such as Angular,** with the ability to contribute across the **full stack** where needed is highly preferred.* Clear and confident communicator, able to translate complex technical concepts for both engineering and non-technical audiences.**Education:*** Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience* 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. **What We Offer**Joining Citi's Insight team means working on technology that has real regulatory and financial significance at a global scale. You will gain exposure to a broad and modern technology ecosystem — from Big Data platforms to Citi's AI tools — while leading engineering work that directly influences how the firm manages and reports critical data. This is a role for engineers who want both technical depth and meaningful impact.* Hybrid working model — 3 days in the office and 2 days working remotely, giving you flexibility and in-person collaboration.* Hands-on exposure to **Big Data technologies including Spark, Hive, Impala, and HDFS** within a large-scale production environment.* Access to Citi's AI tools and emerging technologies, keeping you at the forefront of innovation in financial services engineering.* Senior-level ownership and influence over architectural decisions that shape a strategic, firm-wide regulatory reporting platform.* Opportunities to mentor and develop engineering talent, building your leadership profile alongside your technical expertise.* A collaborative, global engineering community with access to learning and development resources to support your continued growth.* Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including financial wellbeing and family support programs.