Lead Java Full Stack Developer – Vice President

Citi; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking a Senior Java Full Stack Developer responsible for leading application systems analysis and programming activities. The ideal candidate has 6-10 years of experience, strong programming skills in Java (17+, ideally 21) and Spring Boot, alongside expertise in RESTful APIs and Reactive programming.

This role involves collaborating with management teams, resolving complex problems, and upholding compliance standards. A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required, with valuable experience in system analysis and leadership positions.

Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Extensive experience in programming of software applications.
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies.

Responsibilities

• Partner with management teams to integrate functions to meet goals.
• Resolve high impact problems through evaluation of business processes.
• Lead application systems analysis and programming activities.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Reactive programming

Agile methodologies

Leadership skills

SQL

Python

Scala

Education

Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

OpenShift

Kubernetes

MongoDB

Oracle

Job description

Java Full Stack Developer (Senior Level)

The Java Full Stack 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 application 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

Recommended Qualifications

• 6-10 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Extensive experience in system analysis and in programming of software applications
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Experience in applying resilience patterns (Resilience4j circuit breakers, retries) for external API integrations
• Experience of building RESTful APIs using Springboot, Spring, Hibernate
• Experience with databases such as Oracle and MongoDB
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies like OpenShift and Kubernetes
• Experience of following TDD and clean code principles
• Proficiency with data structures, algorithms and SQL
• Proficiency in programming in Java, Python, Scala
• Strong proficiency in Java (17+, ideally 21) and Spring Boot ecosystem
• Hands‑on experience with reactive programming (WebFlux, Project Reactor)

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.

Nice to have skills

• Proficiency with data structures, algorithms and SQL
• Able to independently work in fast paced and rapidly changing environment
• Working knowledge of MongoDB (reactive driver) and Oracle RDBMS
• Experience with container orchestration (Kubernetes/OpenShift, Helm, Docker)
• Familiarity with resilience patterns, distributed systems, and API gateway integrations
• Solid testing discipline (Testcontainers, MockWebServer, JaCoCo)
• Experience with Gradle build systems, MapStruct, and OpenTelemetry observability

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