Full stack Java Development -Assistant Vice President

Citi; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Citi in Chennai seeks a highly skilled Full Stack Developer with 8+ years of experience to join our dynamic technology team. The role combines Java/Spring Boot backend expertise with Node.js/TypeScript front-end work, building scalable microservices on a modern cloud-native stack.

You will design, develop, and maintain backend services, integrate diverse databases, implement CI/CD pipelines, and ensure high availability, security, and performance, while mentoring junior developers and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience.
• Strong backend with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience building microservices and APIs.
• Frontend work with Node.js/TypeScript.
• Containerization with Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build microservices for high availability and performance.
• Develop interfaces with Node.js/TypeScript.
• Integrate APIs across multiple databases and apps.
• Contribute to full SDLC and code reviews.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices

Node.js

TypeScript

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

APIs

MongoDB

Tools

MongoDB

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Full Stack Developer with 8+ years of experience to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate combines deep Java/Spring Boot backend expertise with strong front-end skills in Node.js/TypeScript. This is a hands‑on role focused on building scalable, high-performance applications on a microservices architecture, with strong database, CI/CD, and communication skills essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services using Java and Spring Boot.
• Build microservices that ensure high availability, resilience, and performance.
• Develop responsive, maintainable user interfaces using Node.js/TypeScript.
• Integrate multiple API services across diverse databases.
• Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, from design to deployment and operational support.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, scope projects, and deliver quality solutions.
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior developers, and champion technical excellence.
• Proactively address performance bottlenecks, security vulnerabilities, and technical debt.
• Maintain clear documentation for developed components and processes.

Required Skills & Experience

Technical

• Strong proficiency in Java and mandatory experience with Spring Boot.
• Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architectures.
• Experience building API services across multiple databases, including MongoDB and OraaS.
• Front-end development with Node.js/TypeScript.
• Containerization and orchestration with Docker and Kubernetes.
• Hands-on experience with modern CI/CD tools and practices.

Soft Skills

• Exceptional written and verbal communication, able to explain complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Self‑motivated and effective both independently and within a team.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Good to Have

• Experience with Python.
• Experience with AI coding tools such as Devin or Copilot.

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

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

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