Application Developer - Java Spark - Assistant Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking an Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst in Pune, India. The role involves contributing to the analysis and programming of applications, coordinating with the Technology team to implement new or revised systems.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience with Core Java, Spark, and big data technologies, along with strong problem-solving and communication skills. The position requires collaboration across multiple teams and mentoring junior analysts.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience in Java and big data technologies.
• Experience in systems analysis and software development.
• Experience managing and implementing projects.
• Knowledge of Spring Boot, Microservices and design patterns.
• Strong understanding of core Java concepts and Spark.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk assessment, and develop new or revised applications to meet business needs.
• Monitor and control all phases of development and provide user/operational support.
• Analyze complex problems and provide evaluation of processes and industry standards.
• Develop and implement security measures in post-implementation analysis.
• Consult with users and technology groups on issues and install and assist customer exposure systems.

Skills

Core Java

Spark

Big Data Technologies

Hive

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Oracle DB

Git

Bitbucket

Unix shell scripting

Redis

Job description

The Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct tasks related to feasibility studies, time and cost estimates, IT planning, risk technology, applications development, model development, and establish and implement new or revised applications systems and programs to meet specific business needs or user areas
• Monitor and control all phases of development process and analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation as well as provide user and operational support on applications to business users
• Utilize in-depth specialty knowledge of applications development to analyze complex problems/issues, provide evaluation of business process, system process, and industry standards, and make evaluative judgement
• Recommend and develop security measures in post implementation analysis of business usage to ensure successful system design and functionality
• Consult with users/clients and other technology groups on issues, recommend advanced programming solutions, and install and assist customer exposure systems
• Ensure essential procedures are followed and help define operating standards and processes
• Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
• Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision.
• Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy.
• Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
• 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 judgement regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience using Core Java, Spark, Big Data Technologies HDFC, Hive etc.
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Working knowledge of consulting/project management techniques/methods
• Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive development expertise in building the high scaled and performant software platforms for data computation and processing.
• Experience in software development with a strong focus on Core Java and Spark.
• Expert level knowledge of core Java concepts and framework such as Spring Boot, Microservices and well versed with OOPs concepts and design patterns.
• Hands-on experience with Apache Spark (with Java)
• Experience with caching solutions like Pinot, Redis etc.
• Strong knowledge of Oracle DB, including schema design and query optimization.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong computer science fundamentals in data structures, algorithms, databases, and operating systems.
• Highly experienced with Unix based operating systems and shell scripting.
• Hands-on experience in writing SQL queries.
• Experience with source code management tools such as Bitbucket, Git etc.
• Experience working with banking domain like pricing, risk etc. is plus.
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication.

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

Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

Other Relevant Skills

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

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