Core Java Backend Lead Analyst - Vice President

Citi; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 6,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi's Equity Finance Technology team seeks an experienced software engineer for the Post Trade application, based in Pune. You will work across geographies and collaborate with traders to build scalable business solutions using Java and related tech.

The role requires 13+ years in Apps Development, strong Java, Kafka, SQL, and Git skills, with agile delivery experience. You will engage with a global team, ensuring high-quality delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong full-stack Java development experience with databases and messaging platforms
• Experience in large-scale, high-availability applications
• Proven ability to manage and deliver complex projects within timelines
• SME in at least one area of Applications Development
• Ability to adapt priorities quickly as business needs change

Responsibilities

• Resolve high-impact problems across complex business and system processes
• Provide expert programming knowledge and ensure adherence to architecture
• Develop coding, testing, debugging, and deployment standards
• Understand cross-area integration to achieve business goals
• Provide in-depth analysis and innovative solution design
• Mentor mid-level developers and analysts; allocate work as needed
• Assess risk and ensure compliance with laws, rules, and Citi policies

Skills

Java

Kafka

SQL

Git

QA

TDD

BDD

Agile

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IT

Tools

Database

Messaging systems

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 them with cutting-edge ideas, best-in-class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity.

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 them with cutting-edge ideas, best-in-class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity.

What We Do / The Team

The Equity Finance Technology team are seeking a highly motivated software engineer for the Post Trade application, located in Pune. The role requires working with technologists across geographical locations and executing on the technical delivery. This role requires strong expertise in Java and the ability to work with traders in building business solutions through agile delivery.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Utilise 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 adviser 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 judgement regarding personal behaviour, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

Qualifications

• 13+ years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role in Full stack Java Development with Database and messaging platforms knowledge
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate

Key Skills And Experience Required

• Extensive development experience
• Technical skills in Java, Kafka, SQL, Git
• Experience in performing QA, TDD and BDD practices
• Proven ability to work in high pressure environment
• Flexibility to work with a global team, across geographies and time zones
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically
• Familiarity with agile methodologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations

Any Beneficial / Nice to have skills and experience

• Knowledge of Prime Services is a plus
• Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

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.

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