Java / Kotlin Developer – Equities Derivatives Strategic Pre-Trade Technology – AVP – (Hybrid)

Citi; Belfast; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Java/Kotlin Developer to join their Equities Derivatives team in Belfast. This exciting role offers the chance to transform systems into a best-in-class platform while working in a collaborative, agile environment. You'll have the autonomy to make technology decisions and drive continuous delivery, all while ensuring the highest standards of coding and system design. With a focus on innovation and problem-solving, this position is perfect for a self-driven technologist eager to make a significant impact in a dynamic sector. Enjoy a hybrid work model and a range of competitive benefits.

Benefits

27 days leave

Bonuses

Private medical

Life insurance

Pension

Parental leave

Discounts

Learning resources

Qualifications

• Experience in building scalable, enterprise-grade applications.
• Strong knowledge of Java/Kotlin and RESTful web services.

Responsibilities

• Partner with teams to integrate and enhance systems for new products.
• Resolve high-impact problems through evaluation of complex processes.

Skills

Java

Kotlin

RESTful web services

XML

JSON

Microservices

Kubernetes/OpenShift

RDBMS

NoSQL

Git

TDD

BDD

Education

University degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Job description

Java / Kotlin Developer – Equities Derivatives Strategic Pre-Trade Technology – AVP – (Hybrid)

Citi Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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Role Overview

This role is specifically for a strong Java/Kotlin Developer within the Equity Derivatives strategic pre-trade technology team in Belfast. It offers an opportunity for a self-driven, passionate technologist to help transform Equities Derivatives systems into an integrated, best-in-class platform, supporting business growth amidst industry and regulatory challenges. The team works in an agile manner, with autonomy over technology decisions, owning the continuous delivery pipeline and aiming for frequent releases.

Responsibilities

1. Partner with development teams to ensure integration and identify system enhancements for new products and process improvements.
2. Resolve high-impact problems through evaluation of complex business and system processes.
3. Build expertise in application programming, ensuring design adheres to architecture blueprints.
4. Develop understanding of system flow, coding, testing, debugging, and implementation best practices.
5. Gain comprehensive knowledge of bank areas like architecture and infrastructure to meet business goals.
6. Collaborate on architecture, design, development, code review, testing, and maintenance of applications.

What You Will Bring

Experience in building scalable, enterprise-grade applications using best engineering practices, with a collaborative and diverse environment that fosters creative problem solving.

Experience Required

• Strong knowledge of Java / Kotlin, RESTful web services, XML, JSON.
• Experience with microservices, Kubernetes/OpenShift containers.
• Familiarity with RDBMS and NoSQL storage technologies.
• Experience with source code management tools like Git or Bitbucket.
• Understanding of clean coding principles and design patterns.
• Proven application of TDD and BDD practices, with CI/CD pipelines.

Bonus Points

• Understanding of Equity Derivatives or other asset classes.
• Kotlin development experience.
• Knowledge of Equity Derivatives products and lifecycle.
• Experience with UI frameworks like React or Angular.
• Experience with OpenShift / Kubernetes or other cloud platforms.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent experience in a similar role.

Benefits

Join Citi for a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and benefits including 27 days leave, bonuses, private medical, life insurance, pension, parental leave, discounts, and learning resources. Citi promotes a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.