Core Java Backend Developer - Assistant Vice President

Citi; Pune District; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi is seeking an experienced Applications Development Senior Programmer Analyst in Pune, India. The role focuses on building and revising application systems, with strong emphasis on Java, microservices, and cloud-native tech. You will collaborate with global teams to deliver scalable software solutions.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years of hands-on experience, proficiency with Spring, Kafka, and container platforms, and a capability to work independently while mentoring others.

Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of Core Java 17+ and data structures.
• Hands-on experience with Microservices and Spring framework.
• Experience with Kafka and Solace messaging.
• Familiarity with Docker/Kubernetes/OpenShift and cloud tech.
• Proficiency with Jira, Bitbucket and Gradle.
• Experience with document databases like MongoDB/Couchbase.
• Experience in multi-threaded distributed systems and testing with JUnit/Cucumber.
• Knowledge of FIX protocol.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies, time/cost estimates, and IT planning for new or revised applications.
• Monitor and control all phases of development and provide user/operational support.
• Analyze complex problems and evaluate business/process standards to suggest solutions.
• Develop and implement security measures in post-implementation reviews.
• Consult with users and other tech groups and propose advanced programming solutions.
• Define operating standards and provide guidance to junior analysts.
• Operate with limited supervision and exercise independent judgment.
• Act as SME to senior stakeholders and drive regulatory/compliance awareness.

Skills

Core Java

Microservices

Spring Framework

Distributed systems

JVM / Data structures

Kafka

Solace

Docker

Kubernetes

OpenShift

JUnit

Cucumber

FIX protocol

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Jira

Bitbucket

Gradle

MongoDB

Couchbase

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 judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Recommended Qualifications

• 7+ years relevant experience. Extensive Core Java 17 version & above experience with strong knowledge of data structures, design patterns, and SOLID principles. Hands-on Microservices experience Experience with messaging systems like Kafka and Solace. Proficiency in Spring framework and cloud technologies (Docker/Kubernetes/OpenShift). Familiarity with Jira, Bitbucket, and Gradle. Experience with document databases (MongoDB)/Couchbase. Experience developing multi-threaded, distributed systems. Experience with testing frameworks like JUnit and Cucumber. Solid understanding of the FIX protocol.

Beneficial Skills And Experience

Experience with Chronicle framework or low-latency programming.

Experience with time-series databases like KDB.

Experience with Equities trading OMS.

Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Ability to work in a globally distributed team.

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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