Core Java Backend Lead - Vice President

Citibank (Switzerland) AG; Pune District; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Citibank (Switzerland) AG is seeking a senior Applications Development lead to drive analysis, design, and delivery of complex software solutions in a fintech context.

You will mentor junior developers, guide architecture, and partner with global teams to implement scalable services using Java, Spring Boot, and microservices. A strong emphasis on risk, compliance, and quality is required.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis.
• Expertise in applications programming and project delivery.
• SME in at least one area of Applications Development.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of functions to deploy new products and process improvements.
• Resolve high-impact problems through analysis of complex business and system processes.
• Provide expert programming guidance and ensure architecture adherence.
• Coach mid-level developers and analysts, distributing work as needed.
• Assess risk and ensure compliance with laws, policies and Citi standards.
• Develop innovative solutions and refine system standards.

Skills

Java 8+

MongoDB NoSQL

Spring Boot

Docker

OpenShift

Kafka/MQ

CI/CD

Microservices

Leadership

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Docker

OpenShift

Kafka

CI/CD tools

Job description

The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
• 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
• Utilize 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 advisor 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 judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

Recommended Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• 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
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

Skills

• Strong Programming Skills
• Good understanding of app development procedures and concepts
• Ability to guide the juniors
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.

Technical Essentials

• Excellent work experience in Java 8 or Higher version
• Excellent knowledge in MongoDB NOSQL Java Microservices is must have
• Knowledge of any Cloud tech stack docker, Openshift, Containerization
• Kafka and MQ middleware
• Spring, Spring Boot or other web frameworks
• Mongo DB- No SQL
• Desirable: DevOps Tools- CI/CD
• Messaging middleware UI Technologies are good to have Flink streaming, Caching

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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