Core Java Backend Developer

Citi; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is looking for a highly motivated software engineer for their Trading application based in Pune. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience in application development, with strong technical skills in Java and agile methodologies. Responsibilities include engineering capabilities for the Trading platform and resolving complex business problems.

Additional skills in Kafka, SQL, and Git are beneficial, as well as a Bachelor's or Master’s degree in a relevant field. Join Citi and contribute to innovative financial solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in application development or systems analysis.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of application development.

Responsibilities

• Engineer the capabilities for the Trading platform as per the book of work.
• Resolve high-impact problems and projects through evaluation of complex processes.
• Ensure application design adheres to overall architecture blueprint.

Skills

Application development experience

Java

Problem-solving skills

Agile methodologies

Technical skills in SQL

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science

Tools

Kafka

Git

Job description

Overview

Citi is a world‑leading global bank. We have approximately 200 million customer accounts and a presence in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions worldwide. We provide consumers, corporations, governments, and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management. We enable clients to achieve their strategic financial objectives by providing cutting‑edge ideas, best‑in‑class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity.

Team & Role

The Equity Finance Technology team is seeking a highly motivated software engineer for the Trading application located in Pune. The successful candidate must exhibit strong technical skills with a proven ability to deliver using an agile methodology and strong expertise in Java for accelerated business delivery for trading.

Responsibilities

• Engineer the capabilities for the Trading platform as per the book of work.
• Review code developed by others.
• Resolve a variety of high‑impact problems and projects through in‑depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards.
• Provide expertise in the area and advanced knowledge of application programming, ensuring application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint.
• Utilise advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
• 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, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Key Skills and Experience

• 10+ years of relevant experience in application development or systems analysis.
• Experience in system analysis and programming of software applications.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.
• Exposure to AI solutions to accelerate development.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of application development.
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
• Flexibility to work with a global team across geographies and time zones.

Technical Skills

• Extensive development experience.
• Technical skills in Java, Kafka, SQL, and Git.
• Experience performing QA, TDD, and BDD practices.
• Proven ability to work in a high‑pressure environment.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to think strategically.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.

Beneficial Skills

• React.
• Knowledge of equity finance or securities lending.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

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