Java Developer - Rates Technology

Citi; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 94,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking an Application Developer to join the Rates Technology team. You will contribute to server-side development, analyze requirements, and deliver robust software for rates trading platforms.

Expect to work on scalable architectures, modern DevOps practices, and production support, in a fast-paced financial services environment.

Qualifications

• Development Experience: 4+ years in-depth professional development experience building sophisticated enterprise applications.
• Server-side Technologies: Java, SpringBoot, Quarkus, reactive programming.
• API & Microservices: experience in high-throughput, low-latency systems and building microservices.
• Core Tech Stack: Kafka, Solace, MongoDB.
• DevOps & Deployment: CI/CD pipelines; OpenShift & Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Business Collaboration with Rates trading desks to translate requirements into server-side solutions.
• Server Development: design scalable server architecture and write high-quality code.
• Process Improvement: contribute to SDLC improvements and coding standards.
• Project Delivery: deliver large-scale, complex technology projects from conception to deployment.
• Production Support: third-line support for production systems with 24/7 first/second-line support.

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Application Developer to join our dynamic Rates Technology team. This position is responsible for the development of new and revised applications. The candidate will perform in-depth application systems analysis and programming, collaborating closely with various technology and business teams globally to deliver robust and efficient software solutions.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Application Developer to join our dynamic Rates Technology team. This position is responsible for the development of new and revised applications. The candidate will perform in-depth application systems analysis and programming, collaborating closely with various technology and business teams globally to deliver robust and efficient software solutions.

As an Application Developer, you will be at the forefront of our technology initiatives, contributing directly to the systems that support our Rates trading business. Your primary duties will involve a hands-on server side development and delivering quality software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Business Collaboration: You will work in close partnership with the Rates trading desks to thoroughly understand their requirements and workflow challenges. A key part of your role will be to translate these complex business needs into intuitive, efficient, and user‑centric server side solutions.


• Server Development: You will be responsible designing scalable server architecture, writing high-quality code, and conducting comprehensive testing to ensure functionality meets business specifications.


• Process Improvement: You will actively contribute to the continual improvement of our software development lifecycle (SDLC). This involves refining development methodologies, enhancing code quality standards, and adopting best practices to increase efficiency and product reliability.


• Project Delivery: Leveraging your hands-on development skills and deep technical expertise, you will play a crucial role in delivering large-scale, complex technology projects from conception through to deployment.


• Production Support: You will serve as a third-line support contact for the production system, handling escalated issues that require deep technical analysis. This role is supported by dedicated 24/7 first and second-line support teams who manage initial incident response.

Detailed Responsibilities

Technical Analysis: Meticulously review and analyze proposed technical solutions for new and existing projects to ensure they are robust, scalable, and aligned with architectural standards.

Business Integration: Develop a comprehensive knowledge of how different areas of the business integrate and function to accomplish strategic goals, ensuring that technology solutions enhance these processes.

Innovation: Actively impact the future of Applications Development by identifying opportunities for innovation, researching emerging trends, and adapting cutting‑edge technologies to deliver best‑in‑class software solutions.

Standards and Procedures: Ensure all essential development and operational procedures are strictly followed.

Risk and Compliance Management

• Appropriately assess risk when making business and technical decisions, giving particular consideration to the firm’s reputation and the safeguarding of Citigroup, its clients, and its assets.


• Drive compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations by adhering to company policies and applying sound ethical judgment in all personal and business conduct.


• Proactively elevate, manage, and report control issues with complete transparency.


• Proactively practice culture of accountability to maintain essential standards.

Knowledge And Experience

• Development Experience: A minimum of 4+ years of in-depth professional development experience, with a dominant focus on building sophisticated enterprise applications.


• Server-side Technologies: Extensive, hands-on experience in Java, SpringBoot, Quarkus and reactive programming paradigms.


• API and Microservices Development: Proven experience in developing high-throughput, low-latency systems, including building microservices.


• Core Technology Stack: Extensive practical experience with a range of essential back-end and middleware technologies, specifically including Kafka, Solace, and MongoDB.


• DevOps and Deployment: Demonstrable experience with modern CI/CD pipelines and tools, such as Tekton, and container orchestration platforms like OpenShift and Kubernetes.


• Professional Skills:
  
  
  
  • A self-starting individual with prior experience working in a fast-paced, desk-facing role within a financial services environment.
  
  
  • Exposure to and appreciation for software quality techniques such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and application performance profiling.
  
  
  • A strong mathematical aptitude and a genuine ambition to learn the complex mathematics associated with financial derivatives.
  
  
  • Excellent aptitude for analysis and a methodical, effective approach to problem-solving.
  
  
  • Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
  
  
  • High attention to detail, strong self-motivation, and a persistent willingness to learn and adapt.
  
  
  
  


• Business Knowledge: Prior knowledge of the Rates Derivatives business is preferred and will be a significant advantage.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience

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

Job Family Group

Technology

Job Family

Applications Development

Time Type

Full time

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range

$94,300.00 - $141,500.00

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

Automated Processing and AI

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